Thengana-Moscow
| Thengana-Moscow | |
|---|---|
| village | |
 Yakshi temple, Veroor | |
  Thengana-Moscow  Thengana-Moscow | |
| Coordinates: 9°32′0″N 76°37′0″E / 9.53333°N 76.61667°ECoordinates: 9°32′0″N 76°37′0″E / 9.53333°N 76.61667°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Kottayam |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 686546 |
| Vehicle registration | KL-33 |
Thengana-Moscow is a village in the Kottayam district of Kerala, South India. The name was instituted because of Soviet influence in Kerala during the Cold War.[1][2]
Overview
Located near Thengana, Moscow is easily accessible by bus and lies midway between Thiruvalla and Changanasseri. Initially a sleepy little hamlet, it has now developed into one of the suburbs of Chanaganasseri with all facilities including hospitals, schools (Good Shepherd School) and churches, all within walking distance. Kottayam, Changanasseri and Tiruvalla are the major towns nearby and the nearest railway station is Changanasseri.
Fertilizer Depot
- Madappally Service Co-operative Bank runs a fertilizer depota at Thengana-Moscow.
See also
References
- ↑ `Russian' convention with a difference, The Hindu, Tuesday, Oct 04, 2005
- ↑ To `Moscow,' with love, The Hindu, Sunday, Oct 23, 2005.
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