IDUKKI (DISTRICT)

Munnar

Munnar is a hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala, known for its tea plantations, cool climate, and lush. Munnar is situated in the Western Ghats mountain range at an altitude of about 1,600 meters above sea level. The name "Munnar" comes from the Malayalam words for "three rivers", referring to the confluence of the Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni, and Kundala mountain streams.During the colonial era, Munnar was a summer resort for the British government in South India.

Marayoor

Marayoor has a natural sandalwood forest with around 65,000 trees. The sandalwood of Marayoor is said to be of high quality. There is a 'Sandalwood Regeneration Experimental Plot' here from where one can learn more on the fragrant tree.

Kanthalloor

Kanthalloor is famous for its apple, oranges, plums, peaches and variety of other fruits and vegetables that are not grown in other parts of Kerala. The Anaimudi Sholai National Park (formerly known as the Mannavan Chola) is the evergreen forest surrounding Kanthalloor.

Vattavada

Vattavada is a village in the Idukki district of Kerala, India, known for its vegetables, terraced slopes, and valleys: It is located in the Western Ghats, along the Palani Hills, and is about 42 km from Munnar. Vattavada is known for its winter vegetable cultivation, and is the largest producer of garlic in Kerala. It's also known for its terraced slopes and valleys, and for producing a variety of crops, including apples, oranges, strawberries, blackberries, plums, gooseberries, egg fruits, peaches, and passion fruit.

Thekkady

The boat tour navigates the calm waters of Periyar Lake, an artificial reservoir nestled within the dense forests of the Western Ghats. This 1.5-hour journey provides opportunities to observe a variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.

Meesapulimala

Meesapulimala is a popular trekking destination in the Idukki district of Kerala. Meesapulimala is located in the Western Ghats, between the Anaimalai and Palani Hills, and about 20 km from Munnar. The peak is 2,640 meters (8,661 ft) above sea level. The peak offers views of Munnar, Suryanelli, the border between Kerala and Tamil Nadu, and the Kolukkumalai tea plantation.

Ramakkalmedu

Ramakkalmedu is a popular hill station in the Idukki district of Kerala known for its cool climate, wind, and scenic. Located about 40 kilometers from Thekkady, at an elevation of 3,500 feet above sea level. Cool green hills, fresh mountain air, and wind. The twin statues of Kuravan and Kuruvatti, frog rock, turtle rock, and the Sri Rama-Durga Bhagawati temple Hiking, paragliding, touring, and camping.One of the windiest places in Asia

Vagamon

Vagamon is Situated 64kms away from Kottayam, this enchanting hill station at an elevation of 1100 metres above sea level is a trekker's paradise. This enchanting hill station on the Idukki Kottayam border dotted with tea gardens and meadows, will soon be one of India's foremost Eco tourism projects.

Anakulam

Anakulam is a small Village/hamlet in Devikulam Block in Idukki District of Kerala State. It comes under Mankulam Panchayath. It belongs to Central Kerala Division . It is located 41 KM towards North from District head quarters Painavu. 33 KM from Devikulam. Anakkulam is nearly 15 km away from Munnar Tea Estate. Everyone can enjoy dally here in large elephant herds within a distance of 50 meter. The herd strength includes young calf and the mighty tuskers. A nice walk through the forest and a cool bath in the Ittacholayar freshen one’s mind.

Rajamala hill station

Rajamala hill station is situated near the famous hill station at Munnar in Idukki district. People flock to Rajamala to watch the Nilgiri Tahr in its natural habitat and the place is known for its intrinsic beauty. Rajamala is among the noted hill stations in Idukki, located around 15 km from Munnar.

Neelakurinji

The Neelakurinji is a rare, bright blue flower that blooms once every 12 years in the Western Ghats of South India The Neelakurinji is a bell-shaped flower that grows to a height of 30 to 60 cm. The Neelakurinji blooms from August to November, with the peak blooming period in September and October. The Neelakurinji can be found in the Western Ghats, the Shevroys in the Eastern Ghats, the Annamalai hills, the Agali hills, and the Sandur hills.

Vagamon Glass Bridge

The Vagamon Glass Bridge is a cantilever skywalk glass bridge in Vagamon, With a length of 40 metres, the bridge is the longest cantilever glass bridge in Idukki District