|  Pathanamthitta,
situated near the western ghats, has a hilly terrain and can be called
the head quarters of pilgrimage tourism in Kerala. It is enriched with
3 rivers and unending stretches of forest. Pathanamthitta is a combination
of two words Pathanam and Thitta, which mean an array of houses on the
riverside. It is famous for its scenic beauty, fairs and festivals. Timber
is the most important forest produce. 'Sabarimala' the famous Hindu pilgrimage
center here attracts pilgrims from India and abroad. The best time to
visit this place is August to March.
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