Kollam (Quilon)Things to do

Things to do in Kollam (Quilon)

  1. Janakanthi Panchakarma Centre

    Janakanthi Panchakarma Centre is an ayurvedic resort, 5km from Kollam, popular for its seven- to 21-day treatment packages (seven-day packages including basic accommodation start at around Rs9000). You can also just visit for a rejuvenation massage and herbal steam bath (Rs750). An autorickshaw from Kollam should cost around Rs100.

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  2. Fayalwan Hotel

    This is a real Indian working-man’s diner, packed to the rafters come lunchtime. There are concrete booths and long benches for sitting and tucking in – try the mutton biryani (Rs45).

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  3. Hotel Guru Prasad

    In a neat colonial building still clinging to remnants of a once-cheery paint job, this busy lunchtime place draws the punters with dirt-cheap set meals.

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  4. Vijayalaxmi Cashew Co

    A major exporter of Kollam’s famous cashews; quality nuts are around Rs250 per 500g.

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  5. Indian Coffee House

    Reliable for a decent breakfast and strong coffee.

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