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Kollam is one of the best and beautiful cities located in Kerala state of India. This is coastal city and shares its border with Arabian Sea. Since history, trading with China was continuing in this city for a long time. The route of Bay of Bengal was the only route to access China. This trading has also referred by a great writer Ibn Batuta. Backwaters of this city have special importance as a number of tourist come to see these places only. Kollam has a good connectivity from northern states through various national highways and state highways. Rail network is also in good condition to access this city. This city faced various transformations of ruling and systems, but could succeed to maintain the core cultural values of India. British rule also could not affect the integrity and unity of the city. Post independence, a large number of efforts put in to maintain the originality of the culture of the city. Weekend gateway from Kollam has a special attraction as coastal beauty invites visitors very often. Some of main places are as under:- Trivandrum Trivandrum is the capital city of Kerala and located at 80 kilometers from Kollam. Trivandrum has some of the finest locations in the world. Beautiful beaches with divine peace and calmness, sandy beaches, roaring seashores and temples are major point of attraction. Trivandrum is the nearest airport, railway station and bus station to give access towards any city of the country. Trivandrum also has some great pilgrimage places. Kovalam Kovalam city is located at 79 kilometers from Kollam and has beautiful and mesmerising natural places. Beaches and backwaters of this city are world famous. The peace and harmony which is available in Kovalam beaches, nowhere found in the country. Ayurvedic treatment of various nervical pains is famous therapy in this city. Alleppey Alleppey also known as Alappuzha is located at 80 kilometers from Kollam city. Nature has gifted many beautiful locations to this city in the form of backwaters and beaches. This city shares its border with Arabian Sea. Some of the important temples dedicated to Lord Visahnu as Venkateswara Swamy and Lord Shi as Mahadeshwara Swamy are located in this city attract a big population of visitors. This is one of the best weekend destination located near Kollam city. Kumarakom Kumarakom is located at 120 kilometers from Kollam. Beaches, Backwaters and bird watching points of this city are mesmerising. A person feels chanting peace at this place. Kumarakom is only the place, which has best connectivity from all sides of the state. Boat race of this place is also world famous and attract a large number of people. Kochi Kochi cit is located at 140 kilometers from Kollam. Historical heritage in form of forts and temples is still available in this city to attract many visitors. Fishing option with water sports in Lakes are main source of entertainment in this city. Communication and conveyance has no issues from all sides of the country through any means. This Article is being submitted on behalf of India's Best travel site. Get More detail about Kollam tourism, How To reach Kollam ,Kollam Restaurant, Places to see in Kollam .
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