Kerala is steeped in natural beauty and the postcard landscapes, the glorious beaches, the crystal clear seawaters that breaks on the shore, the restaurants that serves international as well as local cuisines or it could be said that the excellent dining and wining opportunities makes it an important tourist destination not only for the newly wed couples but also for families, who want to spend their vacation in the best possible manner.

If you have traveled to Kerala, then it becomes necessary on your part to opt for a trip to Kottayam, the most popular city of Kerala. It is the commercial hub of Kerala and is adorned by the hills on the East and the backwaters to its West make it a beautiful city. If you are not aware of the major tourist attractions of this city, then this article would help you to do so as listed below are the major tourist sites of Kottayam, which are:

• Valiyapallli - Constructed in the 1550 AD, it is the largest church of Kottayam. It is situated in Thazathangadi, which lies 4 kilometers northwest of the town center and is dedicated to St Mary. The striking feature of this church is the Persian crosses that are adorned with Pahlavi inscriptions and these crosses belong to the 8th century.
• Cheriyapally - This church was build in 1579 AD and it is also dedicated to St Mary. The walls of this church have been graced with vegetable dye paintings and the walls also display themes that have been taken from the bible as well as other themes.
• Good Shepherd Church - The renovation of this church took place in the year 1964. It is credited for being the first church of the Diocese of Vijayapuram and this church reflects in all ways the Italian style as far as the architectural style is concerned.
• Thazhathangadi Mosque - This 100 year old mosque is an important center of pilgrimage and it has been probably built by Malik Dinar.