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Thevally Palace

Thevally PalaceStanding on a promontory in central Kollam, this palace is located on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake.  Thevally Palace is  26 km away from Kollam. Built during the reign of Gauri Parvathi Bai, between 1811 and 1819, it was the residence of the erstwhile Maharaja of Travancore, whenever he visited Kollam for meetings with the British resident. Built with laterite and lime plaster, the structure is a blend of Dutch, English and Portuguese architectural styles.  A temple dedicated to Lord Sastha is also seen.  Overlooking the Ashtamudi Lake, this palace is set amidst scenic surroundings covered by hills on the three sides. Sasthamkotta is situated on the banks of Kallada river and is the fresh water lake in Kerala.Thevally Palace is open to public and tourists after renovations. (more…)

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Sasthamkotta

SasthamkottaSasthamkotta 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. (more…)

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