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Kuttanad
Edathua is a place in Kuttanad which a low lying wetland located in the Alappuzha district, Kerala, India. It is situated 14 km from Tiruvilla town.
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- Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple
- Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple
- Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple
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Places to Visit
- Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple: Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple is a Hindu temple located in Vazhappally near Changanassery in Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala. The temple is administered by the Travancore Devaswom Board.
- Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple: Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple is a Hindu temple located at Perunna neighbourhood in Changanacherry. The deity of the temple is Subrahmanya Swami (Kartikeya), one of the three sons of Lord Shiva.
- Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple: Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Bhagavathy, situated at Neelamperoor in Alappuzha district of Kerala, India. The temple is known for padayani festival.
- Champakulam: Champakulam is a village in Kerala, India. It is in Alappuzha district.
- Nedumudy: Nedumudi is a village in the Alappuzha district of the Indian state of Kerala. It is the birthplace of Malayalam actor Nedumudi Venu.
- Pulinkunnu: Pulinkunnu is a small village in the Kuttanadu region of Alappuzha district in the Indian state of Kerala. The Pampa river in Pulincunnoo is a route for houseboat tourism operators in Kuttanadu.
Sightseeing Places
- Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple: Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple is a Hindu temple located in Vazhappally near Changanassery in Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala. The temple is administered by the Travancore Devaswom Board.
- Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple: Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple is a Hindu temple located at Perunna neighbourhood in Changanacherry. The deity of the temple is Subrahmanya Swami (Kartikeya), one of the three sons of Lord Shiva.
- Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple: Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Bhagavathy, situated at Neelamperoor in Alappuzha district of Kerala, India. The temple is known for padayani festival.
- Champakulam: Champakulam is a village in Kerala, India. It is in Alappuzha district.
- Nedumudy: Nedumudi is a village in the Alappuzha district of the Indian state of Kerala. It is the birthplace of Malayalam actor Nedumudi Venu.
- Pulinkunnu: Pulinkunnu is a small village in the Kuttanadu region of Alappuzha district in the Indian state of Kerala. The Pampa river in Pulincunnoo is a route for houseboat tourism operators in Kuttanadu.
Temples
- Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple: Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple is a Hindu temple located in Vazhappally near Changanassery in Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala. The temple is administered by the Travancore Devaswom Board.
- Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple: Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple is a Hindu temple located at Perunna neighbourhood in Changanacherry. The deity of the temple is Subrahmanya Swami (Kartikeya), one of the three sons of Lord Shiva.
- Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple: Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Bhagavathy, situated at Neelamperoor in Alappuzha district of Kerala, India. The temple is known for padayani festival.
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Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple
Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple is a Hindu temple located in Vazhappally near Changanassery in Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala. The temple is administered by the Travancore Devaswom Board.
Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple
Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple is a Hindu temple located at Perunna neighbourhood in Changanacherry. The deity of the temple is Subrahmanya Swami (Kartikeya), one of the three sons of Lord Shiva.
Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple
Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Bhagavathy, situated at Neelamperoor in Alappuzha district of Kerala, India. The temple is known for padayani festival.
Champakulam
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Nedumudy
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Pulinkunnu
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Ramankary
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 81 km from Kuttanad.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Thakazhy railway station, about 9 km from central Kuttanad.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kuttanad (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–33°C with about 289 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kuttanad (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–31°C with about 313 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kuttanad (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 250 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kuttanad (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 21–32°C with about 49 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Edathua is a place in Kuttanad which a low lying wetland located in the Alappuzha district, Kerala, India. It is situated 14 km from Tiruvilla town.
- Overview: Edathua is a place in Kuttanad which a low lying wetland located in the Alappuzha district, Kerala, India. It is situated 14 km from Tiruvilla town.
- Ancient History: The first recorded history of this land is obtained from the Sangam period literature. According to the Sangam era texts, Uthiyan Cheralathan ('Perum Chorru Udiyan Cheralathan, Athan I or Udiyanjeral) is the first recorded Chera dynasty ruler of the Sangam period in ancient Kerala. He had his capital at a place called Kuzhumur in Kuttanad (central Kerala) and expanded the kingdom northward and eastward from his original homeland. His lifetime is broadly determined to be between first century BC and 2nd century AD.
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Significance
The first recorded history of this land is obtained from the Sangam period literature. According to the Sangam era texts, Uthiyan Cheralathan ('Perum Chorru Udiyan Cheralathan, Athan I or Udiyanjeral) is the first recorded Chera dynasty ruler of the Sangam period in ancient Kerala.
Spiritual Significance
The first recorded history of this land is obtained from the Sangam period literature. According to the Sangam era texts, Uthiyan Cheralathan ('Perum Chorru Udiyan Cheralathan, Athan I or Udiyanjeral) is the first recorded Chera dynasty ruler of the Sangam period in ancient Kerala.
Pilgrimage Traditions
It is a very famous church in south India. Many pilgrims from all over India visit this place throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kuttanad is most comfortable in January and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 81 km away. The nearest railway station is Thakazhy railway station, about 9 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Vazhappally Maha Siva Temple, Perunna Subrahmanya Swami Temple and Neelamperoor Palli Bhagavathi Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 30°C to 35°C over the year, with about 2523 mm of rain in total.
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