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Pathanamthitta
district- Kerala-Rich in Pilgrimage Tourism & Rural Tourism
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Pathanamthitta district is recognised as the `headquarters of pilgrimage tourism', in the State of Kerala and is also famous for its Rural lifestyle which is now promoted by the tourism dept of Kerala. Aranmula,the picturesque village in Pathanamthitta district has been declared as an international tourism destination by the Union Government. It has also been included in the Cultural Tourism programme, a joint initiative of the Union Ministry of Tourism and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Pathanamthitta is nourished by three west flowing rivers -Pamba, Manimala and Achankovil. It abounds with natural splendours - undulating hills, dark mysterious forests, exotic wildlife and enchanting valleys. The "Must See places" in Rural Tourism [ Map ]
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Aranmula possesses all the attributes of rural Kerala. The
local craftsmen engage in traditional crafts such as Arunmula
metal mirror Kannadi, the mural paintings and construction
of boats for water fiestas. The local dance centre exhibits
old Kathakali dance dramas performed in traditional costumes.
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Charalkunnu
is a picturesque hill station from where one can have a panoramic
view of the low lying areas including river Pamba. 
Kakki
reservoir, set in sylvan background, is a 'tourists' delight.
The splendid artificial lake offers exhilarating boating experience
. The surrounding forest abounds in tigers, elephants, deers
and monkey.
Konni
is an important junction on the Kottayam-Punalur route. and
is also known for its elephant rides and the Anakoodu where
elephants are tamed and trained for work. 
Veluthampi
Dalawa, the great patriot, fought against British imperialism
and became a martyr on march 29, 1809 at mannadi. The monument
of his martyrdom at mannadi in Adoor taluk is of great historical
importance.
Pathanamthitta
is the head quarters of Pathanamthitta district .Even before
getting this status Pathanamthitta had an important place
in erstwhile Travancore state. The biggest taluk in the old
Travancore state was Pathanamthitta and the revenue collection
from this taluk played a prominent role in filling the coffers
of the state. Pathanamthitta has more than five High Schools
and a first grade college. There are a number of churches,
Mosques and Temples and the people live in harmony.
The
water falls at perunthenaruvi near Pampa attracts thousands
of people from inside and outside the district .This beautiful
natural water fall is an ideal place of tourist attraction for
both domestic and foreign tourists. It is only 10 kms from Erumely
.