20 Attractions to Explore Near St. George Forane Church, Edathua

Kuttanad is a region that is well known for its vast paddy fields. The region has the lowest altitude in India and is one of the few places in the world where farming is carried on around 1.2 to 3.0 meters (4 to 10 ft) below sea level. It is a major rice producer of Kerala state.

Nestled in a forest glade, the temple is a center of pilgrimage for the devotees of serpent gods. Couples seeking fertility come to worship here, and upon the birth of their child come to hold thanksgiving ceremonies.

Ambalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple is a Hindu Temple believed to be built around the 15th-17th century in the typical Kerala Architectural Style. The idol at the temple is of Parthasarathy with a whip in the right hand and a sacred conch in the left. Parthasarathy is a form of Lord Krishna as the charioteer of Arjuna during the Kurukshetra war mentioned in the ancient Hindu epic Mahabharata.

Built in 1862, Alleppey Lighthouse(Alappuzha Lighthouse) is the first of its kind on the Arabian coast of Kerala. Alappuzha, where the lighthouse stands was one of the busiest ports and centers of Kerala during the 17th and 18th centuries.

The popular beach of Alapuzha with its old pier, the light house, and an amazing sunset. #beach #sunset

18th century palace standing as a prime example of traditional Kerala Architecture.

An ancient temple and a Hindu pilgrimage site. The temple is home to Oachirakkali- a famous ritual performed here during June wherein traditional martial arts experts conduct mock-fighting in muddy water. The temple also hosts the festival of cattle, 28 days after Onam- the harvest festival of Kerala. The festival of cattle consists of gigantic idols of bull made of cloth & hay which are then pulled on giant wheels to the Oachira Temple from the sites where they are made.

Largest lake in Kerala where visitors can cruise through in houseboats.

Home for native and migratory birds from the Himalayas and Siberia.

A lush green island in the middle of a lake, home to many species of birds.

Rated as one of the worlds top five HAMMOCK BEACH by National Geographic Survey. Peaceful place, good climate, away from the city crowd.

Hike through the cascading waterfall set in the backdrop of rubber plantations and banana farms.

One of the major pilgrim centers of Christians in Kerala, and an architectural marvel.

Witness tamed elephants, their daily life and the ways of training them at Konni Elephant Training Centre.

One of the oldest and biggest temple in Kerala, rich in its historical backgrounds and architecture.

Waterfall that cascades through the boulders and a rocky bed.

It is one of the two lighthouses in the Kollam Metropolitan area

A beach in southern Kerala, surrounded by unique attractions.

Waterfall set amidst the thick forest and surrounded by boulders with a deep pool at it's bottom.

Illikkal Kallu (Illikkal Rock) is a large rock located 900 meters above the sea level on Illikkal Mala (Illikkal Mountain) in the Western Ghats. The rock is peculiar for its view, with half of it fallen down years ago and the remaining half still standing tall intimidating and fascinating its visitors. The beauty of the landscape is comparable to that of the popular Pillar Rocks at Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu.