Situated in Pazhukkanila, Pallam, the Munroe lighthouse was built around 200 years ago. In the 19th and 20th century the Munroe lighthouse served as a major landmark and guide to all the boats from Alappuzha and Ernakulam which used to sail to Kottayam for different trading purposes.

This forgotten lighthouse in Kottayam lies at the point where the Kodoor river and Meenachil river meets and merges into the Vembanad lake.

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How to reach :- Take a deviation from Karimpinkala junction near Pallom towards the CSI Church and travel around 1 km to reach the Govt model fish farm through a narrow path along the riverside.
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The Munroe Lighthouse was built by Colonel John Munro in 1815 who was then the Divan of the Travancore state. John Munro also played an important role in establishing the CMS College, Kottayam along with Benjamin Bailey which again played a major role that led to the educational revolution in Kerala.

Earlier, this 35 foot lighthouse was lit using kerosene and a lens besides it used to illuminate a large area. The government also had an appointed person to light the lamp.

Instead of being treasured, this piece of Travancore history was neglected and unnoticed by the Government. IWAI(Inland Waterways Authority of India) have already started their process to take care of the lighthouse.

It’s been around 30 years since the Munro Lighthouse has closed its eyes. After the successful restoration, this historical establishment could be one of the best tourist attractions in Kottayam.

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