hot spots The above activities have been suggested for implementation in the Vellimon Kayal, a relatively unspoiled part of the estuary. With funds provided by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests, revival of mangrove forests was done which is reported to be partially successful (out of 2,40,000 mangrove saplings planted over a period of two years 30,000 are reported to be surviving). Gallery References External links Ashtamudi Lake on World Wildlife Fund-India website Tourist attractions in Kollam Lakes of Kollam Reservoirs in Kerala Ramsar sites in India Kallada River Geography of Kollam district Lakes in Kollam