26 September 2009

tourist places in idokki

tourist places in idokki
A landlocked district, Idukki is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala. High ranges and wooded valleys are girded by three main rivers - Periyar, Thalayar and Thodupuzhayar - and their tributaries. The River Pamba also has its origin here.
As a tourist destination, Idukki offers diverse attractions like Wildlife sancturies, Hill stations, Dams, Spece plantation tours, Mountain treks, Elephant rides etc.
Tourist Information Offices
Office(telephone)
District Tourist Information Office, Department of Tourism, Thekkady junction, Kumily
(04869-222620)
District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC), Civil Station, Painavu
(04862-232248)
DTPC Information Centre, Old Munnar
(04865-231516)

Mattupetty(13 km from Munnar):
Situated at a height of 1700 m, Mattupetty is known for its highly specialised dairy farm-the Indo Swiss Livestock Project. Over a 100 varieties of high-yielding cattle are reared here. Visitors are allowed into 3 of the 11 cattle sheds at the farm.
Visiting time: 0900-1100 hrs and 1400-1530 hrs. Rate Rs.5 per head. Telephone:0486-530389.
The Mattupetty lake and dam, just a short distance from the farm, is a very beautiful picnic spot.The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala lake are other attractions in the vicinity. DTPC Idukki provides boating facilities on the Mattupetty Dam.Speed launch and motorboats are available on hire.


Pothamadu(6 km from Munnar)

Pothaamedu offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenary here are ideal for trekking and long mountain walks
Devikulam(7 km from Munnar)
This idyllic hill stations with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also ideal for trout fishing.
Pallivasal (8 km from Munnar)
This is the venue of the first Hydro electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty
Attukal (9 km from Munnar)
A panorama of waterfalls and rolling hills, Attukal, located between Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long treaks.
Nyayamakad(10km from Munnar)
Located between Munnar and Rajamala, Nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 metres. The enchanting surroundings make an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.

Chithirapuram
Chithirapuram(10 km from Munnar):
With its sleepy little cottages, bungalows, old playgrounds and courts, Chithirapuram still exudes an old-world charm.Home of the Pallivasal Hydel Power Project, this hill town is also famous for its picturesque tea plantations.



Rajamala
Rajamala (15km from Munnar):
This is the natural habitat of the Nilgiri tahr. Half the world population of the rare mountain goat (Hemitragas bylocres) which is fast becoming extinct, is now found here. The Nilgiri tahrs are today redused to small herds found in the Eravikulam-Rajamala region. The total number of Nilgiri tahrs in Rajamala is estimated at 1317


Eravikulam National

Eravikulam National Park (15 km from Munnar)
The 97 sq. km. park is situated in the Devikulam taluk and is home to the Nilgiri tahr. The Anamudi peak (2695m) is located in the southern region of the park.








Nyayamakad

Nyayamakad(10km from Munnar)
Located between Munnar and Rajamala, Nyayamakad is a land of breathtaking waterfalls. The waters cascade down a hill from a height of about 1600 metres. The enchanting surroundings make an excellent picnic spot and trekking point.





Devikulam

Devikulam(7 km from Munnar)
This idyllic hill stations with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also ideal for trout fishing.







Anayirankal
Anayirankal (22km from Munnar)
It is a lush green carpet of tea plants. A trip on the splendid reservoir is an unforgettable experience. The Anayirankal Dam is surrounded by the Tata Tea Plantations and evergreen forests. It is an ideal picnic spot





Chinnar Wild Life Sanctuary

Chinnar Wild Life Sanctuary (60 km from Munnar)
Situated on the Tamilnadu Boarder, The Chinnar wild life sanctuary is spread across 90.44 Sq.km.

22 September 2009

tourism in trivandrum

ambanad

A 2,700-hectare plantation spread at Ambanad , in the high ranges of kollam district is best for those who wish to enjoy nature. the route to Ambanad is dimmed with vast spread of plantations , bubbling rivulets & gushing waterfalls. ideal as a tourism plantation destination , Ambanad boasts of pineapple , cashew pepper , nutmeg & rubber plantations in addition to tea. A couple of well maintained , high quality bungalows will offer you a classic retreat in a serene setting.

getting there

• nearest airport : trivandarum
• well connected with road & railway network
• 390 km far from kozhikkode
• 200 km fro kochi
• 80 km from trivandrum

Tourism in Wayanad

Wayanad

  • Blessed with mist clad mountains , spice plantations & vast stretches of green, Wayanad offers nature at its best. amongst the major tourist attractions in wayanad are the to rock caves. the wayanad wild life sanctuary is a must visit for nature as well as the animal lovers. pookot lake is a popular tourist spot where you can visit the fresh water aquarium and the children`s park, enjoy boating or even shop for a few handicrafts & spices. the kuruva dweep , the island is famous for its birds , orchids & herbs in an excellent excursion option . advanture seekers will love choose the Chembra Peak , situated at an altitude of 2100 m. the Pakshipathalam situated in the brama giri hills is renowned for the bird sanctuary that is home to several rare spices of birds. other places to visit are the Muthanga Wild life sanctuary , lakkadi , varambetta,mosque & the ambalavayal heritage museum.

getting there
• nearest airport : kozhikkode (calicut)
• nearest railway station : kozhikkode (calicut)
• 110 km far away from kozhikkode (calicut)
• 325 km from kochi
• 547 km from trivandarum

Thekkady

Thekkady

Theakady is present heaven of earth for those who love wild life. famous for the Periyar wild life sanctuar , it is one of the best place to view wild animals. at Thekkady . plantation tours. elephant rides & boat rides are sure to give you that the perfect nature experience. The tribal villages around the Periyar & the tree dwellings of them are worth a visit

getting there
• nearest airport : kochi 80 km)
• nearest railway station : kottayam
• a four hour trip by road from kottayam will take your destination.
• 290 km far from kozhikkode.
• 152 km from thiruvananthapuram
• 80 km from kochi




Ponmudi

Ponmudi is the beautiful hill staion in the state capital has a cool , healthy climate. the forest at Ponmudi are ideal for trekking. the ponmudi tourist complex will offer a comfortable lodging on the hill side.

how to get there
• nearest air port : trivandrum
• 2.5 hours trip from trivandrum
• 500 km away from kozhikkode
• 280 km from kochi
• 61 km from trivandrum