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Jatayu Earth's Centre

Jatayu Earth's Centre at Chadayamangalam in Kollam combines mythology, monumental art and hill-country scenery. Its vast Jatayu bird sculpture recalls the Ramayana story of Jatayu’s defence of Sita, while the hilltop setting, cable-car access and adventure experiences make it one of Kerala’s most distinctive modern attractions.

DistrictKollam
PIN Code691534
Place NameJatayu Earth's Centre
Place TypeNature Park
LocalityChadayamangalam
TalukKottarakkara

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About Jatayu Earth's Centre

Jatayu Earth's Centre is a major tourism landmark at Chadayamangalam in Kollam district, Kerala. The hilltop attraction is centred on a monumental sculpture of Jatayu, the legendary bird from the Ramayana who is remembered for attempting to protect Sita. The sculpture, promoted by DTPC Kollam as the world’s largest bird sculpture, transforms the mythological episode into a large-scale work of public art and a symbol of courage and protection.

Visitors reach the hilltop by cable car or the stair route and are rewarded with wide views over the rocky landscape and surrounding countryside. The wider centre also includes adventure-oriented activities and visitor facilities, giving the destination a mix of heritage interpretation, recreation and scenic tourism. Designed by filmmaker and sculptor Rajiv Anchal, the project has become one of Kollam’s best-known contemporary attractions.

It works particularly well for travellers interested in Kerala tourism, mythology-inspired art, panoramic viewpoints and family-friendly day trips from elsewhere in southern Kerala.

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Jatayu Earth's Centre in Chadayamangalam, Kollam, is a hilltop heritage and recreation attraction built around the monumental Jatayu bird sculpture, with Ramayana associations, panoramic views, cable-car access and adventure experiences.

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Nammude Keralam Last checked 2026-09-09

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  • Avoid restricted, slippery, flooded or poorly lit areas, and never cross a closed access point.

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