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Chathannoor
Spend a half‑day in Chathannoor to see the main temples and Polachira bird‑wetland; stay overnight only if you want a relaxed pace.
Chathannoor sits on NH 47 about 55 km north of Thiruvananthapuram and 15 km south of Kollam. The town’s attractions – temples, the Polachira wetland and local markets – are clustered near the central junctions, making a half‑day visit feasible. Overnight accommodation is optional for a slower pace.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Mar–May (monsoon peaks)
- Airport
- TRV
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Chathannoor112 ▾
- Police112
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Chathannoor, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; typical Indian town cautions apply – keep valuables secure, watch traffic, and avoid isolated areas after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTRV Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (about 55 km (34 mi) by NH 47, 1 h drive).TRV Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (about 34 mi (55 km) by NH 47, 1 h drive).
- Getting aroundUse KSRTC buses on NH 47 or auto‑rickshaws; trains stop at Chathannoor railway station (18 km (11 mi) from Kollam).Use KSRTC buses on NH 47 or auto‑rickshaws; trains stop at Chathannoor railway station (11 mi (18 km) from Kollam).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealCoconut water (street vendor)₹20–35 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room, a night, per room₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room, a night, per room₹5,000 (≈ US$60)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹500 (≈ US$6) · Mid ₹800 (≈ US$10) · High ₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TRV Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (about 55 km (34 mi) by NH 47, 1 h drive)TRV Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (about 34 mi (55 km) by NH 47, 1 h drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Mar–May. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Chathannoor: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
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Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Use KSRTC buses on NH 47 or auto‑rickshaws; trains stop at Chathannoor railway station (18 km from Kollam). Walking is practical within the town centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Polachira wetland
goDoor to door: 15 min
Bus or auto from Chathannoor Junction, ~4 km (2.5 mi) southBus or auto from Chathannoor Junction, ~2.5 mi (4 km) south
Bird‑watching; access to Anathavalam elephant sanctuary nearby.
Vilappuram Devi Temple
goDoor to door: 10 min
Auto or local bus, ~3 km (1.9 mi) southAuto or local bus, ~1.9 mi (3 km) south
Temple complex with library; modest entry.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Local guesthouses near Chathannoor Junction
basic rooms, walk to temples and market
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹5,000–8,000 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹8,000–12,000 (≈ US$95–140) excl. bed
- High
- ₹12,000 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room1 × 1 night × ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹500 | ₹500 |
| KSRTC ticket Kollam → Chathannoor1 × ₹120 · check | ₹120 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹262 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,882 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,882≈ US$35 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Masala dosa | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Coconut water (street vendor) | ₹20–35 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (short ride) | ₹50–80 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Peak monsoon (June–July) can flood low‑lying roads near Polachira – check conditions.
- Busy traffic at Chathannoor Junction; cross carefully.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
Embassy
The US has a consulate in Thiruvananthapuram (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- KSRTC Kollam → Chathannoor: about ₹120 (≈ US$2) one way (check)
Say or show
- क्षमायाचना — Excuse me / Sorry (kṣamāyācana)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavād)
- कितना है? — How much is it? (kitnā hai?)
- बस स्टॉप कहाँ है? — Where is the bus stop? (bas stop kahān hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Chathannoor. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Feb · avoid Mar–May (monsoon peaks) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add detailed bus schedule links for KSRTC routes.
- Create page for nearby Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram for overnight stays.
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