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Kayamkulam is a municipal town located in the Alappuzha district of the South Indian state of Kerala. This place has derived its name from “Kayam” meaning a spice tree and “Kulam” meaning pond. Kayamkulam has been the abode of art and architecture since ages.
 This place houses several temples making it one of the popular places for Hindu pilgrims. The backwaters and the lakes of Kayamkulam is renowned amongst the tourists. The sunset view of the Arabian Sea from Kayamkulam leaves the spectators mesmerized.
TOURIST PLACES:
Krishnapuram Palace: This magnificent building that dates back to the 18th century is believed to have been built by the Travancore monarch during his reign. This palace is adorned by several rare paintings of Kerala. It stands witness to the unique Kerala architecture and is visited by people from different parts of the world.
Pathiramanal: One can rent a boat to this captivating island. The tourists will be able enjoy the tranquility and serenity of this place. Hence this is a place worth visiting.
Oachira Temple: This is the only temple that does not have an idol. There is a Ficus tree in this temple where Lord Shiva is said to have mediated. Hence this place has flocks of Hindu pilgrims visiting here at all times of the year.
Karumadi: This village that lies at the vicinity of Kayamkulam houses a stupa of Lord Buddha that dates back to the 10th century.
Vijaya Beach Park: this is a popular park of the region. One can go for picnic in this park. There are also boating facilities available so one can have a gala time with ones friends and family.
Parabrahma Temple and Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temples: These are the famous temples of Kayamkulam and has goddess Bhagavathy as its presiding deity. There is an enormous traditional lamp that is lit everyday by the priests.
Ambalappuzha: this pilgrim centre is visited by several devotees who offer prayers to the deity. The popular local festival of Kerala is also celebrated here.( Pilgrim Centre)
SHOPPING
Shopping in Kayamkulam is a delightful experience as this place has innumerable places to shop from. It is a place worth visiting especially for the shopaholics. Tourists flock in large number in this place to buy gifts for their near and dear ones from one of the popular shops called the Margin Free Super Market. There are many malls and shopping complexes where people can get things of their choice at reasonable prices. Hai Dubai Melas is the most commonly visited malls. Tourists from different places come here to this small city and shop taking home good experiences. There are many shops from where one can purchase all the necessities and goodies that one needs
HOTELS: Some of the popular hotels of the region are:
Hotel Wayside
Hotel landmark
Poovar Island Resort
Vythiri Resorts
Sterling Holidays Green Vistas
HOW TO REACH
AIR: Cochin International Airport is the nearest airhead from Kayamkulam..
RAIL: Kayamkulam is connected to all the major cities in India through an extensive link of trains making it convenient for visitors to reach this place
ROAD:One can board several local buses to reach Kayamkulam.
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