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- Kollam (Malayalam: [kolːɐm] ⓘ; also known by its former name Quilon[ a ]), is an ancient seaport and the fourth largest city in the Indian state of Kerala.
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The city hosts the administrative offices of Kollam district and is a prominent trading city for the state. The proportion of females to males in Kollam city is second highest among the 500 most populous cities in India. [ 26 ] Kollam is one of the least polluted cities in India.
Kollam district. Kollam district (Malayalam: [kolːɐm] ⓘ), (formerly Quilon district) is one of 14 districts of the state of Kerala, India. The district has a cross-section of Kerala's natural attributes; it is endowed with a long coastline, a major Laccadive Sea seaport and an inland lake (Ashtamudi Lake).
Sep 1, 2024 · Kollam, port city, southern Kerala state, southwestern India. It lies on the Malabar Coast of the Arabian Sea northwest of Thiruvananthapuram, the state capital. The city is situated next to Asthamudi Lake, an inlet of the sea, and is linked with Alappuzha and Kochi (Cochin) to the north by a system of canals and lagoons.
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May 5, 2011 · Kollam, located in Kerala is gateway to southern part of magnificent Kerala backwaters. See tourist attractions, hotels and other information about Kollam.
6 days ago · Kollam (erstwhile Quilon) is a southern district of Kerala, located 70 km north of the state’s capital Thiruvananthapuram. It is flanked by the Arabian sea on the west, Tamil Nadu on the east, Alapuzha and Pathanamthitta districts on the north and Thiruvananthapuram district on the south.
- Tropical
- 25,84,118
- 2491 Sq.Km.
- 270 Cms. (Annual)
Location and Geographical Features. Kollam is situated along the coast of the Arabian Sea, which means it has some amazing beaches with golden sands and clear blue waters. The city is also known for its backwaters, which are calm and peaceful waterways surrounded by lush greenery.
Located 70kms away from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Kollam is a commercial centre and home to India’s cashew producing industry. Popularly known as Quilon, it is often regarded as the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala.
