Discs & Machines - Sunny's Gramophone Museum

This museum cum Archive houses more than 300 Gramophones/Record Players, Phonographs, Various types of Magnetic recorders like Wire Recorders, Tape Recorders, Cassette Recorders etc, Laser Players, Musical instruments, a section for antique articles like various types of Sewing Machines, Mechanical Clocks, Oil lamps, Old palm leaf documents and books, weights and measures, Printing blocks etc.. Archive has more than 100,000 rare gramophone discs and cylinders issued from 1890s to 1980s.
In the Museum, there are more than 260 gramophones, record players, Phonographs, wire recorders,tape recorders, laser players, early period sewing machines and musical instruments. Additional attractions are antique items, vintage cars and bikes and the art works of the owner in wood and cement concrete.

Bay Island Driftwood Museum

Bay Island Driftwood Museum in Kottayam houses a large collection of articles carved from either driftwood or any other wood recovered from the water. The different themes and patterns of the exhibits are striking. Art-lovers and fascinated tourists make it a point to include the Bay Island Driftwood Museum in their itinerary.

Kottathavalam

Kottathavalam is a well-known tourist spot in Kottayam (Kerala). Blest with a serene ambiance, this region is hemmed in the alluring Murugan hill. As far as your sight goes, you will see nothing else but lush green surroundings. These hillocks of Kottathavalam are the haven for nature lovers and trek aficionados. Tourists from distant places swarm to Kottathavalam and spend a good time here. It is a perfect location for the photo shoot as well.

Illikkal Kallu

Illikkal Kallu is located on top of the Illickal Malaa in the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
It situated at around 3400 feet above sea level,
Tourists must trek almost 1 km to reach the summit of the peak.
The beauty and the landscape of illikkal kallu is similar to that of the pillar rocks in Kodaikanal. It is said that the mythical medicinal herb Neela Koduveli grows here. This mythical blue flower is also believed to possess supernatural powers, which could increase wealth and ensure a rich harvest.[1]

From the hilltops, the Arabian Sea can be seen on the far horizon as a thin blue stroke. The view of the sunset from above the peak in the evening of a full moon day can be sensational: the moon can be seen rising up like another sun, as the orange sun goes down.

Marmala waterfalls

Marmala waterfalls are definitely on the list of must visit places in Kottayam. About 60 meters in height, falling into a 12-meter deep pool the waterfall merges with the Meenachil River. Blessed by Mother Nature, Marmala is a feast for your senses.

The beauty of the waterfalls is the first thing you notice, but the thrilling adventure to get to the waterfalls is even more memorable. Jeeps travel through the narrow trodden paths or you can embark on trekking through the scenic trails. Spend a day at the waterfall and feel yourself amid the bliss of the melody of the falling water, call of birds, and nature all around.

Nadukani Hills

Nadukani hills is located in Kottayam district, Kerala. It’s a scenic spot in the hills, Nadukani is one of the popular hill stations near Kottayam. Settled amid the blue Nilgiri Mountains, nurtured by the Muvattupuzha River, the town enjoys wonderful views of dense forests.

Listed among the must visit places in Kottayam, Nadukani is visited by honeymoon couples, adventure lovers as well as one in search of serenity. Enjoy the views, go for walk in the pristine nature. Offbeat and unexplored, Nadukani is a scenic getaway from Kottayam.

Kandassankadavu

Kandassankadavu, a beautiful and peaceful village in Trichur Dist, and one of the prominent and oldest affluent christian communities in Trichur like Vadakkethala Outhudan, Vadakkethala Muriekkaran, Vadakkethala Poovathingal, Vadakkethala Mandhan, Vadakkethal Chakkanaan, Thekkanath Pandaravalappil, Kavalakkat, Vadakkethala Thotungal (formerly Poovathingal), Vadakkethala Mundassery, and many other distinguished families live in this village.

Ambalapuzha Temple

Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple in Ambalappuzha, Alapuzha district of Kerala, India. It is one of the oldest Krishna temples in South India. It was built somewhere in the 15th Century and is a testament to Indian art and architecture. The inner sanctum has a large idol of Lord Krishna and a few paintings inspired by his life. 

Outside the temple there is a large mandapam where you can rest or soak in the fantastic ambiance of the temple. While you are there, do not forget to savour the famous Palpayasam – a sweet milk porridge. is one of the oldest Krishna temples in South India. It was built somewhere in the 15th Century and is a testament to Indian art and architecture. The inner sanctum has a large idol of Lord Krishna and a few paintings inspired by his life.