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Pathanamthitta is a
combination of two words Pathanam
and Thitta, which mean an array of
houses on the riverside. Formed on
Ist November 1982, for the purpose
of hastening the development
process, it now includes portions of
the erstwhile Kollam, Alappuzha and
Idukki districts as well.
Although Pathanamthitta is the
youngest among the districts of
Kerala, its rich cultural legacy of
various art and cultural traditions
belies its recent formation.
It is widely popular for its
effervescent fairs, festivals and
enriching cultural centers which
attract hordes of tourists from
India and abroad.
The district has a number of
pilgrimages of importance to Hindus,
Muslims, Jains and Christians. The
district's numerous churches,
temples and mosques built in close
proximity to each other have earned
it the prestigious laurel of
'Headquarters of Pilgrimage
Tourism', of the State.
The various pilgrim spots and
cultural centers that are 'A Must
See' when in Pathanamthitta are:
Sabarimala Temple
Kadamanitta Devi Temple Konni
Aranmula
Parumala Orthodox Church
Manjinikkara Church
Pathanamthitta Mosque famous for its
Chandanakudam feast
Aanandapally Maramadi
Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls
Kakki
reservoir
Charalkunnu Hill Station
Konni
Hill Town famous for its timber
trade and wild elephant training
Italia Hotel, Pathanamthitta extends
a cordial invitation to all for a
memorable trip to Pathanamthitta. |
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