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Monkombu




Monkombu is a village located at Kuttanad in Alappuzha District. This village is a naturally formed island and is surrounded by backwaters. The name is derived from two Malayalam words Mavin and Kombu. 'Mavin' means mango tree and 'Kombu' means branch of a tree. It is a major rice-producing center of Kerala.

Formerly, Monkombu was under the rule of the Maharaja of Ambalapuzha. Monkombu Kottaram (palace) and Monkombu Bhagvathi temple are the main attractions. Monkombu Garudan Thookam, during Vishu in April, is a major ritual. Devotees throng the temple in large numbers, during the festive seasons.

Monkombu is easily accessible from Kuttanad. The nearest railway stations are at are at Alappuzha and Changanacherry.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Alappuzha
Location: Kuttanad    

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