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Pathanamthitta is a landlocked district, located at 9°16′N76°47′E / 9.27°N 76.78°E, spanning over an area of 2,637 square kilometres (1,018.15 sq mi). [11] The district is bordered by the districts Kottayam and Idukki districts in the north, Alappuzha district in the west, Kollam district in the south.
ABOUT DISTRICT. The district headquarters is at Pathanamthitta town. The district administration is headed by the District Collector. The District Collector is assisted by five Deputy Collectors holding charges of general matters, revenue recovery, land acquisition, land reforms, election and Disaster Management.
Pathanamthitta District, the thirteenth revenue district of the State of Kerala, was formed with effect from 1 November 1982, with headquarters at Pathanamthitta. Forest covers more than half of the total area of the District. Pathanamthitta District ranks the 7th in area in the State.
Pathanamthitta, the smallest district in God’s own country is renowned as the centre of Pilgrim Worship in Kerala. The famous shrine of Lord Ayyappa in Sabari hills is situated in Pathanamthitta. Every year crores of pilgrims visit the adobe of Ayyappa in the sacred sabari hills.
Pathanamthitta District. Places to visit in Pathanamthitta. Top Things to Do in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. Places to Visit in Pathanamthitta. Tours near Pathanamthitta. Book these experiences to see what the area has to offer. Kayaking in Mangrove Forest of Paravur Backwaters near Varkala and Kollam. 19. Kayaking Tours. from. ₹1,400. per adult.
Pathanamthitta is the head quarters of Pathanamthitta district . The district was formed on Ist November 1982. It was carved out of Idukki, Alappuzha and Kollam districts.The district is close to the western Ghats and is endowed with scenic landscape comprising of low undulating hills, extensive stretches of lush forests, rivers and charming ...
Best tourist places to visit in Pathanamthitta, Things to do in & around Pathanamthitta, Kerala - Explore top sightseeing attractions in Pathanamthitta like Waterfalls, Lakes, Heritage & Pilgrimage sites along with popular activities like Trekking, Wildlife Safari, Boating & Camping.
Jan 1, 2007 · A hilly province of pristine splendour, the district of Pathanamthitta is hailed as the headquarters of pilgrim worship in Kerala. Three rivers course through its prosperous terrains comprising natural divisions of the lowlands, the midlands and the highlands.
At a distance of 29 Kms from Kottayam, 35 Kms from Alappuzha & 33 kms from Pathanamthitta, Sri Vallabha Temple is located near Thiruvalla town (4 Kms) in Pathanamthitta district. This ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is one among the 108 Diva Kshetrams in India.
Pathanamthitta, Kerala - travel guide with top tourist places to visit, things to do & sightseeing attractions, weather, season, location map & trip duration. Pathanamthitta is a beautiful town & the administrative capital of Pathanamthitta District, it is the main transport hub to the famous pilgrim center Sabarimala.
