Sasthamkotta

Sasthamkotta is Situated about 29 kms away from Kollam Town. Sasthamkotta has its vast Sasthamkotta fresh Water Lake  which is flanked by hills on three sides. The Sasthamkotta lake, the biggest of its kind in Kerala, is the source of drinking water for the entire district. The Sasthamkotta Dharmasastha Temple, one among the many temples in Kollam is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. The Sasthamkotta lake is named after  this temple which is an important pilgrim centre . The monkeys of Sasthamkotta that colonise the towering trees nearby, are believed to be the loyal followers of the ruling deity, Dharmasastha, and hence they are revered by devotees and fed with nuts and fruits. A 10-day annual festival includes the colourful Kettukazhcha procession, various folk art forms and an elephant procession. There are frequent bus services from Kollam.

Sasthamkotta is considered to be the eco tourism area and State Government has made some guidelines to preserve the lake. Lake conservation and Management Action plan has been implemented by The Kerala State Government to address the threats faced by the lake.The Sasthamkotta lake and its banks are home to diverse flora and fauna. The Common Teal or dabbling duck is the smallest migartory bird found in the lake. Some of the critically endangered species are found  in the lake area.

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