Kayamkulam Passenger zesting skip Kaduthuruthy
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Channel: Roji Railways · 2014 · Travel & Events
Location:Kaduthuruthy railway station,38KM away from Ernakulam Jn and 21KM more to Kottayam,Kerala. Time:23rd April 2014 12:53 ED WAP4 hauled 56387 Ernakulam-Kayamkulam Passenger (via Kottayam) accelerates after departing from Vaikom Road and skips scenic greenish Kaduthuruthy at a terrific speed. Kaduthuruthy is a town in Kottayam District. The name Kaduthuruthy originated from 'Kadal thuruth' meaning near to the beach as it is believed that several centuries ago, the Arabian sea extended inward into the place, and that it receded due to a Tsunami.Kaduthuruthy has a picturesque nature and ecosystem. It is a transit point between the hilly middle region of Kerala and backwater coastal land. The first Sandesha Kavyam (Message in Poetry) in Malayalam called "Unnuneeli Sandesham" gives an insight into the history of the place. The author is believed to be a member of one of the Travancore Royal Families. The work describes the grand harbour of the town in great detail, something amazing now as the sea is several miles away now. The sea is said to have receded some time in the 14th century possibly following an earthquake or a Tsunami.The name KADUTHURUTHY is also come from this place was earlier called "KADALTHURUTHU". 56387 departs Ernakulam at 11:45 daily and arrives Kayamkulam at 14:45. Travel Time: 3h 0m 12 halts Distance: 115 km Avg Speed: 38 km/hr 56388 departs Kayamkulam at 16:40 daily and arrives Ernakulam at 19:50. Travel Time: 3h 10m 15 halts Distance: 115 km Avg Speed: 36 km/hr
