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	* The Cherukolpuzha Convention, in Pathanamthitta is an important religious convention of the Hindus. It is held at [[Cherukole]] on the sand banks of [[Pamba River]], usually in February every year. It is organized by the Ayroor-Cherukolpuzha Hindumatha Maha Mandalam at Vidyadhiraja Nagar at Ayroor village.<ref>[https://www.keralatourism.org/destination/cherukolpuzha-pathanamthitta/52 Cherukolpuzha], Kerala Department of Tourism</ref>		* The Cherukolpuzha Convention, in Pathanamthitta is an important religious convention of the Hindus. It is held at [[Cherukole]] on the sand banks of [[Pamba River]], usually in February every year. It is organized by the Ayroor-Cherukolpuzha Hindumatha Maha Mandalam at Vidyadhiraja Nagar at Ayroor village.<ref>[https://www.keralatourism.org/destination/cherukolpuzha-pathanamthitta/52 Cherukolpuzha], Kerala Department of Tourism</ref>
	* The [[Maramon Convention]], one of the largest Christian [[Convention (meeting)\|convention]] in Asia, is held at [[Maramon]], Pathanamthitta, [[Kerala]], India annually during the month of February on the vast sand-bed of the [[Pampa River]] next to the [[Kozhencherry]] Bridge. It is organised by Mar Thoma Evangelistic Association, the missionary wing of the [[Mar Thoma Church]].		* The [[Maramon Convention]], one of the largest Christian [[Convention (meeting)\|convention]] in Asia, is held at [[Maramon]], Pathanamthitta, [[Kerala]], India annually during the month of February on the vast sand-bed of the [[Pampa River]] next to the [[Kozhencherry]] Bridge. It is organised by Malabar Mar Thoma Syrian Christian Evangelistic Association, commonly known as MTEA, the missionary wing of the [[Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church]].
	*Kumbanad Convention is the second largest Christian convention in Kerala and it is the general convention of [[India Pentecostal Church of God]].It is held at the second last week of January annually at Hebronpuram, Kumbanad.		*Kumbanad Convention is the second largest Christian convention in Kerala and it is the general convention of [[India Pentecostal Church of God]].It is held at the second last week of January annually at Hebronpuram, Kumbanad.
	* Madhya Thiruvithamcore Syrian convention held every year during the 3 day Lent in February. It was started in 1918 under the auspices of Thumpamon diocese and is held on the grounds of St Stephen's cathedral, Makamkunnu, Pathanamthitta. It was started when Thengumtharayil Geevarghese corepiscopa was the vicar of the church. It is the oldest and largest convention in the orthodox Syrian church.		* Madhya Thiruvithamcore Syrian convention held every year during the 3 day Lent in February. It was started in 1918 under the auspices of Thumpamon diocese and is held on the grounds of St Stephen's cathedral, Makamkunnu, Pathanamthitta. It was started when Thengumtharayil Geevarghese corepiscopa was the vicar of the church. It is the oldest and largest convention in the orthodox Syrian church.

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{{For|the district with the same name|Pathanamthitta district}}
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[[File:Pathanamthitta town.jpg|thumb|200px|Pathanamthitta Town]]
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[[Gavi, Kerala|Gavi]], a major tourist destination in Pathanamthitta.
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[[File:Perunthenaruvi Pathanamthitta (10).jpg|thumb|200px|[[Perunthenaruvi Falls]], Pathanamthitta]]

'''Pathanamthitta''' ({{IPA-ml|pɐt̪ːɐnɐn̪d̪iʈːɐ|IPA}}), is a [[municipality]] situated in the [[Central Travancore]] region in the state of [[Kerala]], India, spread over an area of 23.50 km2. It is the administrative capital of [[Pathanamthitta district]]. The town has a population of 37,538. The Hindu pilgrim centre [[Sabarimala]] is situated in the Pathanamthitta district; as the main transport hub to Sabarimala, the town is known as the 'Pilgrim Capital of Kerala'.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.keralatravels.com/resourcepage.php?sid=14&rid=281 |title=KeralaTravels |access-date=27 August 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130915041754/http://www.keralatravels.com/resourcepage.php?sid=14&rid=281 |archive-date=15 September 2013 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Pathanamthitta District, the thirteenth revenue district of the State of Kerala, was formed with effect from 1 November 1982, with headquarters at Pathanamthitta. Forest covers more than half of the total area of the District. Pathanamthitta District ranks the 7th in area in the State. The district has its borders with Allepey, Kottayam, Kollam and Idukki districts of Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

== History ==
The regions that form the town were formerly under the rule of [[Pandalam dynasty|Pandalam]], which had connections with the [[Pandya kingdom]]. It is believed that [[Hindu]] God [[Lord Ayyappa]] was the King of this region.<ref>"History — Pathanamthitta"</ref> When Pandalam was added to the princely state of [[Travancore]] in 1820, the region came under Travancore administration.

Modern day Pathanamthitta District, the thirteenth revenue district of the State of Kerala was formed with effect from 1 November 1982, with headquarters at Pathanamthitta. It was formed due to the efforts made by Indian politician [[K. K. Nair]]. He is known as the founder of Pathanamthitta District.

== Geography ==
Pathanamthitta has an average elevation of 18 metres (62 ft) above sea level.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/13/Pathanamthitta.html |title=FallingRain Map |publisher=Fallingrain.com |access-date=2013-03-21}}</ref>

The main trunk road from south to Sabarimala starts from MC Road at [[Adoor]] via NH 183A Pathanamthitta. From The North it Starts from [[Thiruvalla]] MC Road and Continues through [[State Highway 7 (Kerala)]], The [[Main Eastern Highway]] (Punalur-Muvattupuzha Road/SH-08), [[Main Central Road]] (Kesavadasapuram-Angamaly Road/SH-01), NH 183A Kollam -Teni via Adoor- Pathanamthitta.

== Climate ==
{{unreferenced section|date=October 2012}}

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Pathanamthitta has a moderate climate, more or less the same as is prevalent elsewhere in Kerala. Annual temperatures range between 20 °C (68 °F) and 39 °C (102 °F). The district experiences three distinct weather conditions: winter, summer and the monsoon. The winter season is experienced from December to February and summer season from March to May. There are two rainy seasons: The [[Southwest monsoon|South-West monsoon]] (June to September) and the [[Northeast monsoon|North-East monsoon]] (October to November). The South-West monsoon is usually very heavy. About 75% of its annual rainfall is received during this season.

The town enjoys a tropical climate, the monsoons start in June.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.mustseeindia.com/Pathanamthitta-weather |title=Archived copy |access-date=12 May 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130425042855/http://www.mustseeindia.com/Pathanamthitta-weather |archive-date=25 April 2013 |url-status=dead }}</ref> The months of April–May can get pretty humid. The best weather is from October to February. 
Pathanamthitta experiences three distinct seasons: [[summer]], [[monsoon]] and [[winter]]. Typical summer months are from March to May. The warmest month in Pathanamthitta is April. Although summer doesn't end until May, the city often receives locally developed heavy [[thundershower]]s in May (although humidity remains high).

The monsoon lasts from June to August, with moderate rainfall. Most of the heavy rainfall in the city falls between June and July, and June is the wettest month of the year. The Last weeks of June is also days of floods. The three major rivers viz Pampa, [[Achankovil]] and Manimala swell with rainwater.<ref>{{Cite web | url=http://www.pathanamthitta.com/physiography.htm |title = Pathanamthitta, Pathanamthitta Hotels, Pathanamthitta Real estate, Pathanamthitta Resorts}}</ref>

Winter begins in December. December through February are the winter months. The lowest temperatures are experienced during January.

According to the latest World Health Organisation (WHO) study on ambient air quality among 123 Indian cities, Pathanamthitta was found to have the cleanest air in India, in terms of least concentration of dust particles in air{{Citation needed|date=June 2015}}. Two out of the three least polluted cities in India are from Kerala, Kollam being the second least polluted. As per the database, in Pathanamthitta, the annual mean of PM10 and PM2.5 is recorded at 23 and 10 respectively, which is closer to the recommended level of concentration of particulate matter. While a number of Indian cities are among the world's most polluted, Pathanamthitta's air quality is comparable to some of the cleanest cities in North America, Europe and Australia.{{citation needed|date=June 2015}}
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==Economy==

===Agriculture===
Agriculture is the main occupation of the people. About 75% people are dependent on this sector. [[Rubber]] is the most important crop, with its plantations covering over {{convert|478|km2|sqmi}}. The hilly terrain coupled with high humidity makes the region suitable for rubber plantations. [[Rice|Paddy]] is the most important crop cultivated in the wet lands. [[Tapioca]] and pulses are the important dry land crops. Other major crops are [[coconut]], [[banana]], [[black pepper|pepper]] and [[ginger]]. In certain areas [[cashew]], [[pineapple]], [[sugarcane]], [[Cocoa bean|cocoa]] and other tree spices are cultivated. The land available for cultivation is less since sizeable area of the district is reserve forest.

{| class="wikitable sortable" style="margin: 1em auto 1em auto"
|+ '''Major Agricultural Products'''
! Products || Area under cultivation (km2) || Production (tonne)
|-
| [[Rice]] || 43.39 || 10784
|-
| [[Sugar Cane]] || 1.23 || 601
|-
| [[black pepper|Pepper]] || 56.51 || 1328
|-
| [[Ginger]] || 5.26 || 1358
|-
| [[Cardamom]] || 6.64 || 82
|-
| [[Cashewnut]] || 11.41 || 686
|-
| [[Rubber]] || 478.47 || 69094
|-
| [[Tapioca]] || 79.91 || 226993
|-
| [[Coconut]] || 217.39 || 380
|}
* Source : ''Statistics for Planning-DES 2006''

===Fisheries===
Pathanamthitta district has a unique position in the inland fisheries map of [[Kerala]] state with its freshwater resources like [[river]]s, [[reservoirs]], [[streams]], [[ponds]], [[Quarry|quarries]] and [[paddy fields]]. The fisheries activities in this region started with the establishment of a Fresh Water Survey Station. The district has an Ornamental Fish Breeding resource centre and a National Fish Seed Farm. There are 2444<ref name="ptadb06">{{cite web|publisher=Government of Kerala |url=http://www.kilaonline.org/documents/Disrict%20level%20database%202006/Pathanamthitta.pdf |title=District level database of Pathanamthitta |year=2006 |access-date=2009-08-25 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081122144317/http://www.kilaonline.org/documents/Disrict%20level%20database%202006/Pathanamthitta.pdf |archive-date=22 November 2008 }}</ref> fishermen depending on this sector for their livelihood.

== Administration ==
{{Main|Administration of Pathanamthitta district}}
[[File:Pathanamthitta district wise kerala assambly election 2016 constituency map.svg|thumb|Kerala Assembly Election 2016 Constituency map of Pathanamthitta]]
Pathanamthitta assembly constituency was part of the [[Idukki (Lok Sabha constituency)]] but now Pathanamthitta is a separate Lok Sabha constituency.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://archive.eci.gov.in/se2001/background/S11/KL_Dist_PC_AC.pdf |title=Assembly Constituencies – Corresponding Districts and Parliamentary Constituencies |access-date=2008-10-20 |work=Kerala |publisher=Election Commission of India |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090304011026/http://archive.eci.gov.in/se2001/background/S11/KL_Dist_PC_AC.pdf |archive-date=4 March 2009}}</ref>
Pathanamthitta comes under Aranmula Assembly constituency. Earlier, Pathanamthitta itself was an Assembly constituency. But after delimitation, Pathanamthitta lost its named constituency.

The district headquarters is at Pathanamthitta town. The district administration is headed by the [[District Collector]]. He is assisted by five [[Deputy Collector]]s holding charges of general matters, revenue recovery, land acquisition, land reforms and election.
Under the three tier system of [[Panchayati Raj|panchayat]] in rural areas, Pathanamthitta has one district panchayat, 9 block panchayat and 57 [[Gram panchayat|grama panchayats]].
Under the single tier system in urban areas, there are 4 municipalities the district. In addition, there is a [[census town]] ([[Kozhencherry]]).

As per the Delimitation of Parliamentary and Assembly Constituencies Order, 2008, Pathanamthitta has five [[Kerala Legislative Assembly|Assembly constituencies]], down from eight. However, the district was unified into a single Parliamentary constituency, thus contributing a seat to the [[Lok Sabha]]. The [[Pathanamthitta (Lok Sabha constituency)|Pathanamthitta parliamentary constituency]] is formed by including all the five Assembly constituencies of the district along with two other Assembly constituencies in the neighboring [[Kottayam district]].<ref>
{{cite web
|title = Parliamentary Constituencies of Kerala - 2008
|url = http://kerala.gov.in/deli_cons_2009.htm#17
|publisher = Government of Kerala
|access-date = 2009-08-27
|url-status = dead
|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20090903222311/http://www.kerala.gov.in/deli_cons_2009.htm#17
|archive-date = 3 September 2009
|df = dmy-all
}}</ref><ref>{{cite news
| author=Radhakrishnan Kuttoor
| title=Due recognition for the youngest district
| publisher=The Hindu
| date=2008-01-31
}}</ref>

[[Indian National Congress]], the [[Communist Party of India (Marxist)|CPM]]/[[Communist Party of India|CPI]], Bharathiya Janatha party(BJP)and[Kerala Congress]] are the main political parties.

===Municipalities: 4===

# [[Thiruvalla]]
# Pathanamthitta
# [[Adoor]]
# [[Pandalam Municipality|Pandalam]]

== Transportation ==
===Airport===
The proposed Sabari International Airport, Cheruvally would be the closest airport upon completion, at 28 km away from Pathanamthitta town.

[[Thiruvananthapuram]] International Airport (113 km), [[Cochin]] International Airport, at [[Nedumbassery]], [[Kochi, India|Kochi]] (142 km) are the nearest airports.

===Heliport===
Perunad Heliport (helipad) is situated in Kuttikayam estate, Mampara road. Which is known as Sabarimala helipad. Chipsan Aviation Pvt Ltd, having service from various location. Most of the Sabarimala pilgrimages are using this heliport.

===Railway===
[[Chengannur railway station]] (Code: CNGR) (24 km) is the nearest Railway station. [[Tiruvalla railway station]] (Code: TRVL) (30 km) is the only railway station in the District. [[Mavelikara railway station]] (Code: MVLK) (32.5 km) is also nearest station after Chengannur and Tiruvalla stations. [[Kollam Junction railway station|Kollam Junction Railway Station]] (Code: QLN) is 62 km away from Pathanamthitta. The location of Chengannur private bus stand in front of the station makes it the most convenient one. Direct Bus services to Pathanamthitta are operated from both Tiruvalla and Chengannur.
The proposed [[Chengannur]] – [[Pandalam]] – [[Kottarakkara]] – [[Thiruvananthapuram]] railway line passes through the district.

=== Road ===
[[File:View of Pathanamthitta.jpg|thumb|View of Pathanamthitta]]
Pathanamthitta is the meeting point of two major State Highways T.K. Road (SH – 07) and Main Eastern Highway (Punalur-Muvattupuzha Road / SH – 08). The town is well connected to major towns and cities inside and outside Kerala by the State run K.S.R.T.C and private buses as well as Luxury Services. Both the KSRTC and private buses play equal roles in satisfying the transportation needs of the town. The cities of [[Kollam]], [[Thiruvananthapuram]], [[Kochi]], [[Thrissur]] etc. are connected by KSRTC services whereas hi-range townships like Punalur, Kumali, Pala and the Malabar Area of Northern Kerala are connected by private bus services. KSRTC is running chain services that connect Pathanamthitta with the [[Kollam|City of Kollam]] via [[Adoor]], Also to [[Chengannur]] railway via [[Elavumthitta]] or [[Kozhencherry]]. Plenty of A/C Luxury Bus services are operated from Pathanamthitta to Bangalore, Chennai, Mangalore and Mumbai on a daily basis.

KSRTC bus depots in Pathanamthitta district are Pathanamthitta, Konni,Thiruvalla, Adoor, Mallapally, KSRTC Operating centers are situated in Ranni, Pandalam and a Temporary KSRTC Depot working during Sabarimala season at Pamba.

== Tourism ==
[[File:Adavi Eco Tourism.jpg|thumb|Lake tourism in Adavi]]
Pathanamthitta district is known as the ''Headquarters of Pilgrimage Tourism'', of the Kerala State. Situated near the [[Western Ghats]] and bordered by the hills, Pathanamthitta district is a treat to eyes with its vast unending stretches of forests, rivers and rural landscapes. Blessed by nature, the district is famous for its scenic beauty, fairs and festivals.<ref>{{Cite web | url=https://pathanamthittatourism.com |title = Welcome to District Tourism Promotion Council, Pathanamthitta - Official Website of DTPC, Pathanamthitta | Kerala Tourism}}</ref> ''Land of Lord Ayyappa'' is the tag-line of Pathanamthitta tourism.
Pathanamthitta attracts a large number of tourists every year. Pilgrim centres and other eco tourism spots like [[Gavi, Kerala|Gavi]] and [[Adavi, Kerala|Adavi]] are most visited in Pathanamthitta.

== Distance from Pathanamthitta ==
* [[Konni, Kerala|Konni]] (12;Km)
* [[Kozhencherry]] (13 km)
* [[Ranny]] (15 km)
* [[Pandalam]] (16 km)
* [[Adoor]] (17 km)
* [[Kalanjoor]] (22 km)
* [[Chengannur]] (24 km)
* [[Thiruvalla]] (30.7 km)
* [[Mavelikara]] (32 km)
* [[Kayamkulam]] (40 km)
* [[Kottayam]] (58 km)
* [[Sabarimala]] (65 km)

== Culture zone ==
Places around Pathanamthitta city within a distance of 15 km include, [[Elanthoor]], [[Ranny]], [[Vadaserikara]], [[Kozhencherry]], [[Vechoochira]], [[Kadammanitta]], [[Vazhamuttom]], [[Adoor]], [[Pandalam]], Manjinikara, [[Mathoor]], Cheekanal, [[Omallur]], [[Malayalappuzha]], [[Kodumthara]], Elavumthitta-Muloor Smarakam, [[Kodumon]], Kalanjoor, Ayroor Cherukolpuzha, Ulanadu, [[Kaipattoor]], [[Mylapra]], [[Uthimoodu]], [[Thumpamon]], Maroor, [[Pramadom]], [[Konni, Pathanamthitta|Konni]], [[Chengara]] and [[Valamchuzhy]]. The places beyond these are [[Thiruvalla]], [[Nilackal]], [[Parumala]], and [[Maramon]]. Pathanamthitta lies on the road route to the pilgrim town of [[Sabarimala]], which is 65 km away. The Chettikulangara temple, at Mavelikkara is about 35 km from Pathanamthitta. [[Padanilam]] Parabrahma Temple is situated 26 km from Pathanamthitta. Aranmula is around 14 km from Pathanamthitta. Aranmula Temple is one of the biggest temples in South India en route to Sabarimala.

* Sabarimala Mandala Pooja.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://sabarimala.kerala.gov.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=95&Itemid=97 |title=Mandala Pooja/ Makaravilakku |publisher=Sabarimala.kerala.gov.in |access-date=2013-03-21}}</ref>
* [[Maramon Convention]] was recorded in 2010 as one of the largest Christian gatherings in Asia. The annual conventions are held during the first half of February.{{citation needed|date=November 2012}}<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.pathanamthittainfo.com |title=pathanamthittainfo.com |publisher=pathanamthittainfo.com |access-date=2013-03-21 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190517150801/http://www.pathanamthittainfo.com/ |archive-date=17 May 2019 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
* Cherukolpuzha Hindu matha convention<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.hmmp.org/ |title=About it |publisher=Hmmp.org |access-date=2013-03-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.festivalsofindia.in/aranmula-vallamkali/ |title=Festivals of India-Aranmula-Vallamkali (Boat Race ) |publisher=Festivalsofindia.in |date=2010-06-15 |access-date=2013-03-21}}</ref>
* Aranmula annual boat race.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.festivalsofindia.in/aranmula-vallamkali/ |title=Festivals of India- Aranmula Boat race |publisher=Festivalsofindia.in |date=2010-06-15 |access-date=2013-03-21}}</ref>
* Aranmula Kannadi – Centuries old art of mirror making from metal composites.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Y-kWGe01jE |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/8Y-kWGe01jE |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=The Making of Aranmula kannadi |publisher=Youtube.com |date=2010-01-04 |access-date=2013-03-21}}{{cbignore}}</ref>
* Kumbanadu Convention is the largest Pentecostal peoples gathering at Kumbanadu.

== Notable people from Pathanamthitta District ==

[[File:Mohanlal Viswanathan Nair BNC.jpg|thumb|190px|Indian film actor [[Mohanlal]] is from [[Elanthoor]], Pathanamthitta.]]
See [[List of people from Pathanamthitta District]]

== Demographics ==
As per Census of India 2011 Pathanamthitta district had a population
of 11,97,412 (11.97 Lakh) and which was lower than 12.34
lakh of previous Census of 2001. Males constitute 46.9% of the population and
females 53.1%. 89% of Total population in Pathanamthitta lives in Rural area
and only 11% lives in urban. Pathanamthitta District ranks the 12th
place in terms of population size in the state. In total density of the District
is 452 Persons per km2 which the 12th in States as per 2011 Census. In
Sex-ratio, the District is in the 2nd position with 1132 females per 1,000
males. In Child Sex-ratio, the District has the 1st rank with 976 female
children per 1000 male children. The District has the second position in total
literacy rate (96.55 per cent) and female literacy rate (95.83 per cent). Agricultural
Labourers constitute 14.1 per cent while Cultivators form 10.5 per cent of the
Total Workers in the District. There are five engineering colleges and one medical college in Pathanamthitta District.

== Religion ==
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| bars =
{{bar percent|[[Hindus]]|orange|56.93}}
{{bar percent|[[Christians]]|blue|38.12}}
{{bar percent|[[Muslims]]|green|4.6}}
{{bar percent|Others|black|0.35}}
| caption = Distribution of religions 
{{small|Source: 2011 Census.}}
}}
[[Hinduism]] (57%) is the majority faith in Pathanamthitta.[[Christians]] (38%) forms significant minority.<ref>{{Cite web | url=https://pathanamthitta.nic.in/demography/ |title = Demography | Pathanamthitta District, Government of Kerala | India}}</ref>

===Religious conventions===
* The Cherukolpuzha Convention, in Pathanamthitta is an important religious convention of the Hindus. It is held at [[Cherukole]] on the sand banks of [[Pamba River]], usually in February every year. It is organized by the Ayroor-Cherukolpuzha Hindumatha Maha Mandalam at Vidyadhiraja Nagar at Ayroor village.<ref>[https://www.keralatourism.org/destination/cherukolpuzha-pathanamthitta/52 Cherukolpuzha], Kerala Department of Tourism</ref>
* The [[Maramon Convention]], one of the largest Christian [[Convention (meeting)|convention]] in Asia, is held at [[Maramon]], Pathanamthitta, [[Kerala]], India annually during the month of February on the vast sand-bed of the [[Pampa River]] next to the [[Kozhencherry]] Bridge. It is organised by Mar Thoma Evangelistic Association, the missionary wing of the [[Mar Thoma Church]].
*Kumbanad Convention is the second largest Christian convention in Kerala and it is the general convention of [[India Pentecostal Church of God]].It is held at the second last week of January annually at Hebronpuram, Kumbanad.
* Madhya Thiruvithamcore Syrian convention held every year during the 3 day Lent in February. It was started in 1918 under the auspices of Thumpamon diocese and is held on the grounds of St Stephen's cathedral, Makamkunnu, Pathanamthitta. It was started when Thengumtharayil Geevarghese corepiscopa was the vicar of the church. It is the oldest and largest convention in the orthodox Syrian church.

=== Places of Worship ===
[[File:ശബരിമല ക്ഷേത്രം.JPG|thumb|[[Sabarimala]] Temple]]
* The [[Sabarimala|Sabarimala Sree Ayyappa Temple]], a world-famous pilgrim centre, situated in the [[Sabarimala (place)|Sabarimala hills]] in the Pathanamthitta district. It is known as the 'Pilgrim Capital of Kerala'.
* [[Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple]] is one of the [[Divya Desams]], the 108 temples of [[Vishnu]] revered by 12 poet saints, or [[Alwars]].
* [[Anikkattilammakshethram]], Shivaparvathy temple
* Thrikalanjoor SreeMahadeva Temple
* [[Vaipur]] Mahadeva Temple
* [[Malayalappuzha Devi Temple]] in Malayalappuzha
* [[Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy of Pathanamthitta|St.Peter's Malankara Syrian Catholic Cathedral,Pathanamthitta]]
* [[Assemblies of God in India]], Thiruvalla
* [[India Pentecostal Church of God]], Hebronpuram, Kumbanad
* [[St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, Parumala]]
* [[St. George Orthodox Church, Mylapra]], also known as 'Mylapra Valiyapalli
* [[St Mary's Orthodox Church, Kallooppara]]

== Flora and fauna ==

[[File:Bengal Tiger Kerala India.jpg|thumb|The [[tiger]] inhabits Pathanamthitta's reserve forests]]
Pathanamthitta has tropical biodiversity with forest, plantations, rivers and fertile land. Fifty percent of the district is covered with forest, providing rich flora and fauna. The district has a variety of plants including medicinal, spices, tuber crops and those yielding fruits and fiber. Aromatic plants and spices such as [[black pepper|pepper]], [[ginger]], [[cardamom]] and [[turmeric]] are cultivated on a large scale. Trees such as timber, teak, rosewood, jack tree, manjakadambu, anjili, pala can be found in abundance.

The forests of the district have excellent wild life habitats. A variety of animals and birds can be found. [[Bengal tiger|Tigers]], [[Indian elephants|elephants]], [[gaur]], [[deer]], monkeys and other wild animals are found in the forest. [[Giant squirrel]], [[lion-tailed macaques]], [[barking deer]] and [[bear]] can also be spotted in the reserve. [[Malabar grey hornbill]] and [[great Indian hornbill]] are found. Pathanamthitta also houses the Indian [[peacock]]. Wide variety of other birds such as [[sunbirds]], [[woodpeckers]] and [[kingfishers]] can also be seen.

The existence of the wildlife habitat is under threat from various areas. [[Pollution]] from fertilizer and industries and [[illegal sand mining]] are the major threats. Issues connected to [[Sabarimala]] pilgrimage such as clearing of forest land and large amount of waste discharged also threatens the habitat.<ref name="pampapollution">{{cite web| title=Pampa pollution| url=http://www.savepampa.org/pps/Pampa_Pollution.htm| publisher=Pampa Parirakshana Samithy, N.G.O.| access-date=2009-08-27}}</ref><ref>
{{cite news
| title=TDB to get forest land at Nilackal today
| url=http://www.hindu.com/2005/06/16/stories/2005061608210300.htm
| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121106020106/http://www.hindu.com/2005/06/16/stories/2005061608210300.htm
| url-status=dead
| archive-date=2012-11-06
| date=2005-06-16
| work=[[The Hindu]]
| access-date=2009-08-27
}}</ref>

== Educational Institutions ==
{{Main|Education in Pathanamthitta district}}

== Sports ==
Main stadiums in the town are Pathanamthitta K. K. Nair Stadium and Pathanamthitta Indoor Stadium. Other stadiums include Pramadom Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium. These stadiums host sports events in state, district levels and is also used for other purposes.

===Cultural Sports===
The [[Aranmula Boat Race]] is part of a festival celebrated during the month of September. Though the snake boat race is also performed at nearby places, the race held at [[Aranmula]] is unique because of the boats' shape and design. Maramadimatsaram (Ox Race) is another such seasonal sport. This is held as part of the largest annual cattle fair of [[Central Travancore]] region. The race is held in three categories.<ref>{{cite web| title=Maramadimatsaram| url=http://www.keralatourism.org/event/festival/maramadimatsaram-6187776.php| publisher=Department of tourism, Kerala| access-date=2009-08-27| url-status=dead| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120301004610/http://www.keralatourism.org/event/festival/maramadimatsaram-6187776.php| archive-date=1 March 2012| df=dmy-all}}</ref>

==See also==
*[[Kubhazha]]
*[[Kudamuck]]
*[[Kurisumuttom, Pathanamthitta|Kurisumuttom]]

== Notes ==
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== References ==
* [http://pib.nic.in/newsite/erelease.aspx?relid=24379 pib.nic.in]

== External links ==
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* [https://web.archive.org/web/20190517150801/http://www.pathanamthittainfo.com/ pathanamthittainfo.com]
* http://www.elanthoordevi.org
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