pathanamthitta

Pathanamthitta, in southern Kerala, is a town immersed in spirituality and mysticism. Blessed with several ancient temples, it is renowned as headquarters of pilgrimage in Kerala as Sabarimala is situated in the Pathanamthitta district. It is a land of untouched beauty with pristine rivers, lofty mountain ranges and sprawling coconut groves.

The region is parted into a fascinating topography of highlands, midlands and lowlands crafted by three rivers coursing in the town. The town of Pathanamthitta is also marked by a culture unique to this place as well as an art of metal mirrors i.e. Aranmula Kannadi, handcrafted with intricacy and poise. The town also practices the art of 'vaasthu vidya' in its purest form at a heritage village of Vassthu Vidya Gurukulam. Bounded by captivating vistas at every step, this bewitching town promise of an experience you never dreamt of.

Things to do

  • Spiritual tour
  • Handicrafts shoping
  • Trecking
  • Kottavanchi ride
  • Know the villege
  • Night camp and camp fire
  • Aranmula boat race

Major attractions

Gavi
Gavi

Gavi, located in Pathanamthitta district offers its visitors activities like trekking, wildlife watching, outdoor camping in specially built tents, and night safaris. Forest tent camping is available from November through March.

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Sabarimala
Sabarimala

More than 30 million pilgrims visit the temple in Sabarimala annually, making it the largest in India and second largest in the world, after Hajj Pilgrimage of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The temple is open on the first five days of each Malayalam month with it being most crowded during Mandalapooja, Makaravilakku or Makar Sankranti.

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Kaviyur temple
Kaviyur rock temple

Kaviyoor Rock Temple is the only cave temple left in the state which glorifies the culture of the area more that its spiritual aspect. This ancient cave temple established in Tamil Pallava style is devoted to Lord Hanuman, one can witness the large number of monkey in an around the temple who are feasted on regular basis.

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