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Kollam is the fourth largest city of kerala after Kochi Thiruvananthapuram and Kozhikode . and is famous for cashew processing and coir Situated at the edge of the Ashtamudi Lake Kollam or Quilon has been an important spot on the ancient international trade route. Getting its name from the Sanskrit word kollam meaning pepper this historic port town is the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala. It is 71 Km north of Thiruvananthapuram the state capital.Kollam is an interesting blend of rich heritage diverse cultures and natural beauty Situated at the edge of the Ashtamudi Lake Kollam or Quilon has been an important spot on the ancient international trade route. Getting its name from the Sanskrit word kollam meaning pepper this historic port town is the gateway to the backwaters of Kerala. It is 71 Km north of Thiruvananthapuram the state capital.Kollam is an interesting blend of rich heritage diverse cultures and natural beauty.
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