Karunagappally

Karunagappally municipal town located in the Kollam district of the Indian state of Kerala. This place is surrounded by the Arabian Sea on the western side. This small town is known for its scenic beauty, the captivating beaches, and the tranquility. Karunagappally has diverse cultures, traditions and religions. It is believed that Karunagappally was the abode of Buddhist teachings and learnings.

TOURIST PLACES

Karunagappally is one of the major pilgrim centres of the region. There are several temples in this place where one can offer prayers and was away ones sins. One can visit the several temples that this place houses.  The Ashram of Mata Amritanandamayi is visited by people seeking education. Oachira Temple allures many pilgrims to this place especially during the festive season. There is a lush Green Channel resort in Alumkadavu where people can go and spend quality time with their friends and family. It is another of the major tourist attractions of Karunagappally. The mesmerizing backwaters of the place connect the two other popular places namely Kollam and Alappuzha. The tourists can visit the Sasthamkotta Lake which provides drinking water to the localites. It is the only freshwater lake of the state. The boat race is one of the favourite sports of Kerala. Hence the tourist can witness this sport from a nearby place. The Devi Temple at Thevalakkara which is about 1000 years old is visited by ardent devotees from different parts of the country. People come here to pay homage to the goddess. There are several inscriptions here which people can observe.

SHOPPING PLACES

Karunagappally has several places where one can shop from. King City Arcade and H&J Complex is one of the favourite places of the shopaholics. It is a Dream Place for all the people interested in splurging on various items. Karunagappally is one of the favourite destinations for people who indulge in shopping. Tourists from different places come here and shop from this small town and return home happily with great shopping experiences. There are many shops from where one can purchase all the necessities and goodies that one needs. One needs to bargain in order to get things at reasonable prices. One can splurge in various kinds of items found in the different shops of the place.

HOTELS

For pleasant stay one can opt for different hotels in Karunagappally. Some of the popular hotels of the region are Hotel Grand Muscat, Hotel Comfort Regency, Hotel New Excellency, M S Lodge, S.S. Tourist Home, and Aramathumadon Tourist Home

TRANSPORT

Karunagappally is well connected by air, rails and roads making it easier for tourists to travel. One can avail the local or private buses to reach this place. There are several trains that one can board from all the major cities. Trivandrum International Airport is the closest to the place.