Kollam, however you want it.

The city of palaces has many architectural structures, old-charm shrines, and art exhibits to know the traditional elements of Kerala. Kollam city is the land of spices, dry nuts, and paddy exporting organic produce to all the other cities and states. Adventure freaks can try out water sports, beach campfires, and field treks near the coasts. A voyage amidst green valleys from Kollam to Alappuzha on the backwaters of the Malabar Coast is the most beautiful experience to live in. The Kollam city lights up with tourists during winter celebrating Christmas eve, new year parties on the beach shacks. A tour to this ancient city depicts the traditions of Keralite's through food, lifestyle and occupation. Tourists can taste some fresh hand pounded dishes made by the locals at the home stats and some continental cuisines at beach restaurants.