Kollam, a city on India’s Malabar Coast in the state of Kerala, is renowned as a historic trade center and for its beautiful beaches, such as the bustling Kollam Beach and the quieter Thirumullavaram Beach. The Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Police Museum showcases artifacts that trace the evolution of the police force. Close by, Ashtamudi Lake serves as an entry point to the scenic Kerala backwaters, a lush network of waterways. The 1902 Tangasseri Lighthouse, with its distinctive stripes, offers stunning views of the ocean.