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By the early 2000s, tourism had grown into a full-fledged, multi-billion-dollar industry in the state. The state was able to carve a niche for itself in the world tourism industry, thus becoming one of the places with the "highest brand recall". [12] In 2003, Kerala, became one of the fastest-growing tourism destination in the world. [13]
Kollam (Malayalam: ⓘ; also known by its former name Quilon [a]), is an ancient seaport and the fourth largest city in the Indian state of Kerala. Located on the southern tip of the Malabar Coast of the Arabian Sea, the city is on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake and is 71 kilometers (44 mi) northwest of the Thiruvananthapuram. [7]
The beach is situated at 6 km away from the heart of Kollam city. It is a picnic centre and has frequent bus connections to the city. [7] Kollam KSRTC Bus station is situated at a distance of 5 from here. The nearest rail head is Kollam Junction railway station, which is 7 km away.
Ashramam is a hub of tourism activities in Kollam, and the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) office is located within the village. The Asramam Maidan (Ashramam ground) , adjacent to the tourist village, is the largest open space within a Kerala municipal corporation.
Kollam Beach is the first 'Beach Wedding Destination' in Kerala. [1] The beach also features a park of international standard, the Mahatma Gandhi Park, which was inaugurated on 1 January 1961 by the then Vice President of India, Zakir Husain. Kollam beach is one among the few beaches in Kerala with a lifeguard outpost. [2]
Chavara Thekkumbhagom [1] [2] [3] or Chavara South is an Island village in Kollam District of the state of kerala, India.It is located 10 km from the Kollam City.It is covered by Ashtamudi Lake and located near the coast of Indian Ocean.It contains a famous Devi temple and Subramanya temple along with St Joseph's Church.