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Kollam Beach

'' An array of beach activities attract thousands of tourists throughout the year to this perfect beach setting offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea. A port city and one time active harbour for Chinese ships and trade, Kollam Beach is home to Chinese fishing nets, Chinese water pots and sampan-like boats seen even today. Touted as the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala, the erstwhile port city of Kollam holds the rare distinction of being the cashew trading centre of Kerala. With an impressive coastline, Kollam is equally famous for its fishing industries and processing units as well. ''

It is one of the oldest ports on the Malabar coast and was one of the port of international spice trade. This beach is situated on the edge of renowned Asthamudi lake, making it the gateway to magnificent backwaters of Kerala. The eight hour boat trip between Kollam and Allappuzha is the longest and most exciting experience on the backwaters of Kerala. Kollam is just a short stopover on the way to the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram, the fact is that it has many leisure activities that remain unexplored. The largest fresh water lake of Kerala, Sasthamkotta and a leisurely boat cruise along the fabled Ashtamudi lake that forms part of the Kollam backwaters are very much on cards while you are in Kollam.