Important Places in Pala Municipality

1. St. Thomas Cathedral, Pala

St. Thomas Cathedral, Palai

Category: Religious & Heritage
Ward: Pala / Town area
Location: Pala, Kottayam, Kerala

St. Thomas Cathedral is one of the most prominent religious and heritage landmarks of Pala. The cathedral complex contains historically significant features, including the altar and pulpit of the old church and the renowned Gold Cross. The cathedral's official website documents these heritage features. 

Website description:
St. Thomas Cathedral, Pala, is an important religious and heritage landmark that reflects the spiritual and historical traditions of the region.

2. Pala Town Kurishupally

Category: Religious & Heritage
Location: Pala Town

Pala Town Kurishupally is a prominent landmark located in the centre of Pala. The present chapel was consecrated in 1977 and is an important feature of the townscape. 

Website description:
Located at the heart of Pala town, Pala Town Kurishupally is a significant religious landmark and an important part of the cultural identity of the town.

3. Lalam Mahadeva Temple

Lalam Mahadeva Temple

Category: Religious & Heritage
Ward: Lalam
Location: Lalam, Pala

Lalam Mahadeva Temple is an important Hindu temple associated with the Lalam area. It is situated on the banks of the Lalam River and is traditionally known as Dakshina Kasi. 

Website description:
Lalam Mahadeva Temple is a significant place of worship and an important part of the religious and cultural heritage of Pala.

4. Kizhathadiyoor Thrikkayil Sree Mahadeva Temple

Kizhathadiyoor Thrikkayil Sree Mahadeva Temple

Category: Religious & Heritage
Ward: Kizhathadiyoor
Location: Kizhathadiyoor, Pala

This traditional temple is one of the important places of worship in the Kizhathadiyoor area. 

Website description:
Kizhathadiyoor Thrikkayil Sree Mahadeva Temple is a traditional centre of worship and forms part of Pala's rich religious and cultural heritage.

5. St. Joseph's Church & St. Jude Pilgrim Center

St. Joseph's Church & St. Jude Pilgrim Center, Kizhathadiyoor

Category: Religious & Pilgrimage Centre
Ward: Kizhathadiyoor
Location: Kizhathadiyoor, Pala

Website description:
St. Joseph's Church and St. Jude Pilgrim Center at Kizhathadiyoor is an important Christian pilgrimage and worship centre in Pala.

6. St. Mary's Church, Lalam

St. Mary's Church Lalam (Old)

Category: Religious & Heritage
Ward: Lalam
Location: Lalam, Pala

Website description:
St. Mary's Church, Lalam, is an important religious landmark associated with the history and Christian heritage of the Pala region.

7. St. George's Church, Lalam Puthenpally

St. George’s Church Lalam Puthenpally

Category: Religious & Cultural
Ward: Lalam
Location: Pala, Kerala

Website description:
St. George's Church, Lalam Puthenpally, is an important place of Christian worship and forms part of the religious heritage of Pala.

8. Vellappadu Sree Vanadurga Bhagavathi Temple

Vellappadu Sree Vanadurga Bhagavathi Temple

Category: Religious & Heritage
Ward: Vellappadu
Location: Vellappadu, Pala

The temple is among the temples identified within the boundaries of Pala Municipality. 

Website description:
Vellappadu Sree Vanadurga Bhagavathi Temple is an important traditional place of worship in the Vellappadu area of Pala.

9. Kaveekunnu Check Dam

Kaveekunnu Check Dam

Category: Natural & Water Resources
Ward: Kaveekunnu
Location: Kaveekunnu, Pala
Plus Code: PPF4+96F

Kaveekunnu Check Dam is a local water-retention structure surrounded by a natural landscape. It provides an opportunity to appreciate the area's water resources and natural environment.

Website description:
Kaveekunnu Check Dam is a scenic local water resource surrounded by natural greenery and forms part of the environmental landscape of Pala Municipality.

10. Municipal Stadium, Pala

Municipal Stadium Pala

Category: Sports & Recreation
Location: Pala, Kerala

The Municipal Stadium is an important sports facility in Pala and serves as a venue for sporting and community activities. The stadium is identified as a central sports facility of the town.

Website description:
Pala Municipal Stadium is an important sports and recreation facility that supports sporting activities and community events in the municipality.

• Historical & Cultural Places

  • Pala Old Market / Town

  • Heritage features of St. Thomas Cathedral

    Nearby Attractions

  • Explore the Heritage and Natural Beauty Around Pala

  • Pala is surrounded by a rich combination of religious heritage, historic landmarks and scenic natural destinations. Several important pilgrimage centres, historic sites, hills, waterfalls and nature destinations are located within easy travelling distance of Pala.

  • These nearby attractions complement the cultural and natural attractions of Pala Municipality and provide visitors with opportunities to explore the wider Meenachil region.

  • Pilgrimage and Heritage

  • St. Alphonsa's Tomb & Pilgrim Centre, Bharananganam
    A globally recognised pilgrimage centre associated with St. Alphonsa, India's first woman saint. The shrine and surrounding religious institutions form an important spiritual destination near Pala.

  • Bharananganam St. Mary's Forane Church
    An historic church and important part of the religious heritage of the Bharananganam region.

  • Aruvithura St. George Forane Church
    A historic pilgrimage centre situated near the Meenachil River and an important religious landmark of the region.

  • Poonjar Palace
    A historic palace associated with the royal heritage of Poonjar and the wider historical landscape of central Kerala.

  • Nature and Adventure

  • Ayyampara Hills
    A scenic destination featuring extensive rock formations and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

  • Marmala Waterfalls
    A picturesque waterfall destination surrounded by natural vegetation and the highland landscape of the Erattupetta region.

  • Illikkal Kallu
    A spectacular hilltop rock formation offering panoramic views of the surrounding Western Ghats.

  • Vagamon
    A popular highland destination known for its green meadows, hills and pleasant natural environment.

  • Vallyachan Mala
    A scenic pilgrimage destination near Aruvithura combining religious significance with a natural hill landscape.