Things to Do in Kollam

Vijeesh runs canoe tours which are an excellent way to explore Munroe Island. You get to go places that the house boats can't and will literally be going through the village and get to see life there. He has great English and an excellent personality. Also runs a home stay on the island.

Scenic place, with blue green stretches back water, coconut palms, back water cruise, house boats, Ayurvedic treatment centers.

Pilgrim centre, old trade route for merchants from either sides of western Ghats, famous for shrine of Lord Sastha, fine sculptures and mural paintings.

Famous for the mineral sand and place of Catholic saint Sister Alphonsa.

It is believed that old Kalayan royal family were ruled from this place, hence the name Kalayapuram.

Famous mosque and dome of martyrs, a unique pilgrimage center. Old military station of Kayamkulam Rajas.

Erstwhile capital of Elayadathu Swarupam, a ruling family. Famous for Kath Kali (a dance drama).

Famous as the place where Veluthampi Dalawa laid down his life.