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Kerala Travel Guide |
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Central Kerala |
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The heart land of the State, central Kerala has played a formative
role in the evolution of the socio- cultural identity of Kerala.
From the Jew Street in Kochi to the world famous Periyar Tiger
Reserve in Idukki , from the hill stations of Munnar to the exotic
Silent Valley in Palakkad , central Kerala some of the naturally ,
culturally and historically rich regions of the state.
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Pathanamthitta
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Alappuzha Travel
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Kottayam Travel
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Idukki |
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One of the most scenic
area of Kerala , Idukki offers diverse attractions like wildlife
sanctuaries , hills stations , spice plantations tours , mountain
treks , elephant rides etc. famous for its gigantic arch dam , the
other popular places in Idukki are the Periyar Tiger Resrve at
Thekkady and the enchanting hill stations of Munnar and Peermedu .
Idukki, the hilly district of Kerala gets the name from Malayalam
word “Idukku” which means a narrow gorge. |
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Munnar Travel Guide |
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Thekkady Travel
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Accessing
Idukki
Nearest Airport – Madurai (Tamil Nadu 140 km), Trivandrum (265 km),
Kozhikode (315 km), Kochi (132km)
Kottayam, Madurai, Changanacherry, Theni
 An excellent network of roads connects Idukki to major towns in
Kerala |
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Ramakkalmedu
Travel Guide |
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Ooty & Kodikanal
Travel Guide |
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Cochin
Travel Guide |
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Thrissur
Travel Guide |
Thekkady
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the Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife
reserves in India, and spread across the entire district are
picturesque plantations and hill town that hold great opportunities
for treks and mountains walks. |
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Palakkad
Travel Guide |
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Malappuram
Travel Guide |
Place
to visit in Thekkady
The Periyar Wild life Sanctuary :-
( open 0600 – 1800 hrs ) Snuggled in the western Ghats , one of the
world’s richest bio- diversity apots , is the fascinating natural
wild life sanctuary of Thekkady – the protected Periyar Tiger
Reserve.
Pandikuzhi : - (5 km from Kumily)
this picturesque spectrum of exotic flora, fauna & gurgling streams
is cradled between Chellarkovil and the Tamil Nadu border.
Pullumedu : - (43 km from
Thekkady, 26 km from Periyar) the winding journey to this hill town,
along the Periyar River offers a stunning view of the hills draped
in lush greenery. |
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Calicut
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Wayanad
Travel Guide |
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Kannur
Travel Guide |
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Kasaragod
Travel Guide |
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Cochin -Munnar Packages |
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Kovalam - Houseboat Tour
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Kerala Family tour Package |
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Ooty & Kodikanal Package |
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Kerala Taxi Rates |
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Things
to do in Thekkady
 Plantation Tours: - The tour covers visits to
spice, coffee and tea plantations, tea factories tribal settlements
etc.
Elephant Rides: - The Forest department, Thekkady offers facilities
for elephant rides through the Jungle.
A day
with elephant
Boat
cruises on the Periyar Lake :- The Kerala Tourism Development
Corporation Ltd conducting trip from
Thekkady
Timing: - 0700, 0930, 1130, 1400, 1600 hrs
Village Tour: - Trips on Bullock carts Rs 500 per head.
Trekking Areas :- Kurisumala near Kumily, Pullumedu, Ottakathamedu,
Grampi
Nature walk
The
bamboo grove
The
Periyar Tiger Trail- adventure Trekking & Camping
Border Hiking - Protection oriented range hiking
Bamboo Rafting -Dawn to dusk range hiking
Jungle Patrol - shepherding the jungle
Jungle Inn - Jungle in the night
Bullock Cart Riding |
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Peermedu
Altitude: 915 – 1100 m above sea level
Peermedu, the famous plantations town, takes its name from Peer
Mohammed, a Sufi saint and close associate of the erstwhile royal
family of Travancore. |
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Place
to visit in Peermedu
Vagamon : - (25
km from Peermedu) grass covered hills; velvet lawns & the cool
mountain air make Vagamon a perfect holiday retreat. The journey
from the Theekoy Valley to Vagamon is an unforgettable experience as
the mountain road zig zags uphill with steep, cloud touching hills
on one side and deep trenches which converge in the dark green
valleys below on the other side. Both sides of the road are fringed
with flowers of myriad colours and shapes and an occasional silvery
waterfall cascades girdling down the mountains
Kuttikanam : - A place for
adventure tourism & trekking
Peeru Hills :- (4 km from
Peermedu, 1 km from Kuttikanam) this idyllic hills station is a
favorite haunt of trekkers & picnickers.
Grampi :- (5 km from Peermedu,
10 km from Vandiperiyar) this place is also known as Parunthupara
(eagle rock) because of the panoramic view from its high peaks.
Things to do in
Peermedu
Peermedu and its surrounding areas are ideal for trekking, cycling &
horse riding, elephant riding, Plantation
visit: - visits Tea, Coffee, Cardamom, Rubber estates
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An elephant back safari is
not just a ride on the largest animal Land, it's an unforgettable
experience, to interact with the elephants as well as enjoy a ride
through wilderness areas and beautiful riverside scenery.
The Best way to explore the park is through the “Elephant
ride”. Ride
covers Cardamom, Pepper, Coffee and tea plantations, tea factories,
Tribal settlements and surrounding misty hill regions.
The winding journey to this hill town , spice gardens ,offers a
stunning view of the rolling hills draped in lush greenery.
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Munnar |
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Altitude: 5000 – 8000 ft above sea level
Munnar or the “three rivers”, nestles amidst Western Ghats at the
confluence of three mountains streams. The lush landscape is dotted
with lakes, reservoirs, forests & several tea estates. The pepper,
rubber & cardamom plantations lend a distinct aroma to the cool &
bracing climate of the hill resort. Munnar also has the highest peak
in South India, Anamudi, which rises over 2695 m and is an ideal
spot for trekking. |
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Place
to visit in Munnar
Pothanmedu: - (6 km from Munnar)
the rolling hills and the lush mountains here are ideal for trekking
& long mountain walks.
Devikulam: - (07 km from Munnar)
Devikulam or “the pond of Goddess” is named so, as it is believed
that Sita, the consort of Lord Rama, once bathed here in the lake.
This idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora &
fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The Devikulam
Lake is also ideal for trout fishing.
Attukad: - (09 km from Munnar) A
land of waterfalls and inviting green hills, Attukad, located
between Munnar & Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is
excellent for long treks.
Nyayamkad: - (10 km from Munnar)
Located between Munnar & Rajamala, Nyayamakad is land of
breathtaking waterfalls.
Mattupetty: - (13 km Munnar)
Situated at a height of 1700 m, Mattupetty is known for its highly
specialized diary farm – the Indo Swiss Livestock project. The
Mattupetty Dam just a short distance from the farm is a very
beautiful picnic spot.
Lockhart Gap :- ( 13 Km from
Munnar) this is an ideal place for adventure tourism and trekking.
The fresh mountain air, the mist – clad hills and panoramic view
make it worth the visit.
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One Hour Program
 Half
an hour Elephant ride
Feeding
Photo
session
Two and a half Hour Programs
One
hour ride
Elephant Bath
Elephant Shower
Timber Dragging
Commands and communication
Photo
Session
Full Day Programs
Two
and a half hour ride
Elephant Bath
Elephant Shower
Timber Dragging
Commands and communication
Bullock Cart ride
Jeep
Safari through hilly areas
Tug
of war
Plantation study
Spice
garden visit
Photo
Session |
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Rajamala: - (15 km Munnar) this
is the natural habitat of the endangered Nilgiri Thar (Mountain
Goats). The total number of Nilgiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated
at 1317.
Top Station: - Located on the
Kerala‘s border of Tamil nadu, it affords a spectacular view over
the Western Ghats
Eravikulam National Park: - (15
km from Munnar) the main attractions of this park situated in the
Devikulam Taluk are the Nilagiri Tahr and the Neelakurinji flowers
that bloom just once in 12 years. The Highest peak in South India,
Anamudi (2695 m), is located in the southern region of the park.
Visiting time: - 0800 – 1700 hrs
Marayoor: - (40 km from Munnar)
this is the only place in Kerala that has a natural growth of
sandalwood trees.
Thommankuthu: - (17 km from
Thodupuzha) Famous for its seven – step waterfall, Thommankuthu is
an ideal place for adventure tourism, pedal boating, forest
trekking, night camping, bathing in the waterfall etc are some of
the activities possible here. |
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Things to do in Munnar
Sightseeing in Munnar : - Visit tea estates, plantations, Parks ,
waterfalls
Boating :- Munnar – DTPC providing boating facility
Cycling, trekking & shopping
Elephant riding
Bullock cart riding
Ayurvedic massage |
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