Kottayam
Set on the foothills of the Western Ghats in the east and the rich green paddy fields in the west, Kottayam is a land of unique characteristics. With the panoramic Kerala backwaters, lush paddy fields, highlands and rubber plantations and a totally literate people have given the district the title: the “Land of lakes, latex and letters”. It is one of the most industrially developed districts of the State and the large producer of rubber, coconut, tea, coffee and pepper. It is the strong hold of the Christian community and is known for number of temples, mosques and ancient churches. (more…)




