'''Pathanamthitta''' [http://pathanamthitta.nic.in] is a district of Kerala in Southern India.

Cities

Towns:

  • '''Pathanamthitta '''
  • Kozhencherry
  • Thiruvalla
  • Mallapally
  • Ranni
  • Adoor
  • Pandalam
  • small towns:

  • Kumbanad
  • Kallooppara
  • Mallapally
  • Othara
  • Omallur
  • Enathu
  • Other destinations

  • Sabarimala
  • Konni Elephant Cage
  • Perumthenaruvi Water Falls
  • Pandalam Palace
  • Kaviyoor Cave Temple
  • Understand

    Malayalam is the official language. People can read and write English.

    Get in

    By Air

  • [http://www.cochin-airport.com/ '''Kochi International Airport'''] 142 km, or International airports at Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) 113 km and Kozhikode (Calicut). Direct flights there from the Middle East, Singapore, Maldives, Europe and Sri Lanka.
  • Alternatively reach Chennai (Madras), Bangalore, Mumbai (Bombay), New Delhi, or other Indian cities and then by train.
  • By Train

    Pathanamthitta district is well connected and serviced not by rail to all major cities in India.

    Tiruvalla railway station (30 km)is in the district.

    Chengannur railway station (26 km).

    Buses to Pathanamthitta are operated right from the arrival gate of Chengannur Railway Station in every 2 minutes.

    By Bus

    Both the State run KSRTC and Private Luxury Bus operators connect Pathanamthitta to other cities.

    There are daily direct bus services to Mumbai, Chennai & Bangalore

    Frequent buses are available to cities like Kottayam, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Coimbatore, Mangalore & Madurai.

    By Road

    To reach Pathanamthitta by road:
  • '''Kochi''' - Alappuzha - Changanassery - Tiruvalla - '''Pathanamthitta'''
  • '''Thiruvananthapuram''' - Kottarakkara - Adoor - '''Pathanamthitta'''
  • '''Munnar / Thekkadi''' - Kanjirappally - Erumeli - Ranni - '''Pathanamthitta'''
  • '''Thenkasi''' - Punalur - Konni - '''Pathanamthitta'''
  • Pathanamthitta is well connected to other cities Mumbai, Goa, Mangalore through Kochi (NH-17), Bangalore, Chennai and Coimbatore through Thrissur (NH-47).

    Get around

  • '''Bus''' - local bus service system is very efficient in Pathanamthitta and is the most economical way to commute.
  • '''Autorickshaw''' - This is cheap way of transportation facility between attractions. Beware, the auto drivers may charge you much higher if they think you are not native to the place.
  • '''Taxi''' - Both Local taxis and Tourist Taxis are available at cheap rates.
  • '''Car''' - There are many Car rental companies offering cars with drivers or self drive.
  • See

  • Pathanamthitta
  • [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sabarimala '''Sabarimala Sree Dharmasastha Temple''']
  • Pandalam
  • Omallur
  • Kozhencherry
  • Niranam
  • Parumala
  • Thiruvalla Sreevallabha Temple
  • Paliakara Church
  • Kaviyoor
  • Aranmula
  • Other destinations

  • Konni Elephant Cage:
  • Konni is the gateway to the forest bordering the district. In the past, wild elephants caught from the forests were brought here and put in wooden cages known as Anakoodu to be tamed and trained for work. It is situated 11 km away from Pathanamthitta.

  • '''Omallur Raktakantaswami Temple (Ayyappa Temple)''':
  • Raktakantaswami Temple Temple having idol of Lord Ayyappan, the temple celebrates the Yearly Utsav at summer of April and May. The Utsav goes on for 20 days. Possessions of more than 10 Elephants, elephants are decorated so beautifully one can feel the gods and goddess of heaven are on earth at that precious ceremony. Omallur is a small village 5km from Pathanamthitta town. There is a famous Rakthakanta temple also known as the Omallur Ambalam. This Rakthakanta Swamy Temple and the annual cattle fair held during March-April are the main attractions of Omallur. People from both within and outside the State participate in the fair.Omallur is a village about 4 km south of the district headquarters Pathanamthitta. Omallur is famous for Vayal vanibham which is an annual cattle fair held in the month of Meena. People from both within and outside the State participate in the fair. There are many historically important places of worship in Omallur. The Rakthakanta Swamy Temple is a grand temple situated in Omallur and is famous for the annual festival (Utsavam).Omallur is famous for the Rakthakanta Swamy Temple and the annual cattle fair held in the Malayalam month of Meenam. People from both within and outside the State participate in the fair. Malayalapuzha houses the Bahagavathy Temple and the goddess here is believed to grant boons to devotees and help them realise dreams. The temple has beautiful wall paintings and artistic stone carvings. Kadamanitta holds the Kadamanitta Devi Temple, famous for the ten day long Padayani performances held in connection with the annual festival in April/ May. Konni is an agricultural region, rich in cash crops like rubber, pepper, coffee, ginger etc. It was once the centre for training elephants and is now known for its elephant rides and the Anakoody where elephants are tamed and trained for work.The Rakthakanta Swamy Temple and the annual cattle fair held in the Malayalam month of Meenam are the main attractions of Omallur. People from both within and outside the State participate in the fair. (5 km from Pathanamthitta): The Rakthakanta Swamy Temple and the annual cattle fair held in the Malayalam month of Meenam are the main attractions of Omallur. People from both within and outside the State participate in the fair

    Do

  • Boat Race
  • The Stretch of riverpamba at Aranmula (about 10 km from Chengannur) is the venue of the famous snake boat race. It is more a pageantry than a race. The snake boat is of an extra ordinary shape with a lenth of about 100 ft. The rear portion towering to a height of about 20 ft and the front portion tapering gradually.The boat resembles a snake with its hood raised. The race is held on the last day of the week long Onam festival to commemorate the crossing of the river by Lord Krishna. The participants cheerfully row up and down the river to the tune of songs known as Vanchippattu.

  • Maramon convention
  • Started in 1896, the Maramon Convention is held annually by the Mar Thoma Evangelistic Association (MTEA), the missionary wing of the Mar Thoma Church on the banks of the River Pamba at Maramon near Kozhencherry in Pathanamthitta District. Usually held in the month of February, the convention is attended by lakhs (1 lakh = 100,000) from all over India, and is a centre of Christian culture and influence. The annual weeklong gathering is a great occasion for listening to evangelists and eminent exponents of the Bible from around the world. Missionaries of the Evangelistic Association also come and share their experiences with the believers. This gathering is considered to be the largest religious congregation in Asia.

    Eat

    There is an eatery near J-mart ( on the T.B Road in the town, called J& F,which serves authentic North Indian dishes like tandoori,naan,kababs and various other Kashmiri and Punjabi dishes. This food joint is very popular among college students, and its fame, though spread through word of mouth, is fast catching up with the residents of Pathanamthitta. The serving and preparations are hygenic ,although the prices are a bit exhorbitant. Other popular restaurants include Cafe de Kashmir ( similar to J&F), Mannil Regency (veg & non -veg),Aryaas (veg only), Hotel Evergreen Inter-Continental( veg & non-veg). Other than these there are a lot of small hotels and eateries which dot the landscape of Pathanamthitta town.

    Drink

  • '''Amala Bar''' its very near to KSRTC bus stand. Pathnamthitta
  • '''Hey Day''' (which is under renovation) is near to Kannamkara Beverages. And a little bit costly when comparing with facilities and service they provide.
  • '''Njungapadi Shap''' is very famous for good KALLU(TODDY).
  • '''BEVCO''' and '''CONSUMER FED WINE SHOPS''''are situated in the market road near to Police Station. Here you can buy the drinks but will need to find a place to drink.
  • Shines. andalam. n pdlm Cgnr road. one of the cheap and best bars
  • Zion. ozhencheri. ear pvt Bus stand. The second Cheap and best bar (If not Considering 3 star bars)

    Sleep

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