Organized By:
Inter University Instrumentation Centre (IUIC) &
School of Environmental Sciences,
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

Supported By:
Anusandhan National Research Foundation 
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Convergence Academia Complex (CAC) and School of Environmental sciences (SES), Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala, India

KOTTAYAM

Kottayam, in southern Kerala, is a vibrant commercial hub and the heart of India’s natural rubber industry. Known as the ‘land of letters, lakes, and latex,’ the town is home to the Rubber Board and is surrounded by lush plantations, serene backwaters, and the majestic Western Ghats. With its historic churches, scenic landscapes, and cultural richness, Kottayam is one of Kerala’s prime tourist destinations. It also serves as a gateway to nearby attractions such as Kumarakom, Munnar, Periyar, Thekkady, Elaveezha Poonjira, Vagamon, Illikkal Kallu, and more.

Reaching to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

  • 90 km from the Cochin International Airport (COK)
  • 13 km from the Kottayam Railway station
  • 11 km from the Kottayam KSRTC bus stand

Places to Visit Nearby

Vagamon

Vagamon

Hill Station & Rolling Meadows

Kumarakom

Kumarakom

Backwaters & Bird Sanctuary

Munnar

Munnar

Hill Station & Tea Plantations

Valiapally St. Mary's Knanaya Church

Valiapally St. Mary's Knanaya Church

Historic Knanaya Christian Church

Pathiramanal Island

Pathiramanal Island

Scenic Island in Vembanad Lake

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Birdwatcher’s Paradise

Thekkady

Thekkady

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Kattikkayam Waterfalls

Kattikkayam Waterfalls

Hidden Gem Waterfall

Ilaveezhapoonchira

Ilaveezhapoonchira

Valleys & Sunset Views

Illikkal Kallu

Illikkal Kallu

Majestic Monolithic Peak

Kayyoor-Bharananganam

Kayyoor-Bharananganam

Pilgrim & Cultural Center

Malarikkal

Malarikkal

Water Lilies

Pine Valley

Pine Valley

Pine Forest Trails

Panchalimedu

Panchalimedu

Mythical Hills & Trekking

Organized By:

Inter University Instrumentation Centre(IUIC)
& School of Environmental Sciences,
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
 

Supported By:

Anusandhan National Research Foundation
 

Contact

Dr. C.T. Aravindakumar
Convener, IC-AMSTER 2026
School of Environmental Sciences
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala, India - 686 560

e-mail: ic@mgu.ac.in
website: www.ctamgu.in

Contact

Muhammed Mubashir P V
Student Co-ordinator,
IC-AMSTER 2026
School of Environmental Sciences
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala, India - 686 560

e-mail: ic@mgu.ac.in
Phone :+91-9846222072,
           +91-481-2733396