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Kerala - Hill Stations
Devikulam
Located at a distance of about 13 kms from Munnar, this hilly destination is
an arcade of natural beauty with its lush foliage, exotic plant and animal life
and rustic mountain life. The lakes and their mineral springs and quaint charms
make Devikulam an ideal weekend getaway.
Idukki
Spectacularly
rich in natural beauty, Idukki is a veritable paradise of flora and fauna. Known
for its spice and tea plantations, the raging rivers and the beautiful wildlife
sanctuaries, Idukki is a pristine haunt for the city weary traveler.
Munnar
50 kms. from Chidambaram. Rajendra -1, a mighty Chola King, established his new capital here
with this magnificent city and temple to Lord Siva. The temple is noted for its massiveness and
richly carved sculptures. A big Nandi in front of the temple made of brick and mortar, a
lion head well with a flight of steps leading to the water level and gigantic.
Ponmudi
Ponmudi
is a quaint hill station at an altitude of 915 m from sea level. The gurgling
mountain streams, the bloom of orchids and other mountain efflorescence and
the rich spice plantations make a tour to Ponmudi therapeutic to both the body
and soul.
Vagamon
Vagamon,
reveals itself at firs glimpse as a trekker's paradise. The various pilgrimage
spots, the woody landscape and the mountain paths are all testimony that Vagamon
is best viewed on foot. An increasingly popular tourist destination, Vagamon
is a cultural hub in Kerala.
Vythiri
Vythiri in Wayanad is known for its forested green landscape and is a treasure
trove of tropical flora and fauna. The plantations, the breathtaking natural
loveliness of the region and the charming mountain air give us the impression
that no other place on earth can exude the essence of nature better than this
rustic locale.
