Places to Visit in Kollam District

Kollam (Quilon) is one of the oldest ports on the Arabian Sea, with a trading history dating back to the Phoenicians and Romans. Today, it is the southern gateway to the famous Kerala backwaters, with Ashtamudi Lake offering stunning houseboat cruises. The district is also India's cashew capital, producing most of the country's processed cashews. From the eco-tourism hub of Thenmala to the serene Sasthamkotta Lake (Kerala's largest freshwater lake), Kollam offers offbeat experiences away from the tourist crowds.