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If you are in search of good hill station to refresh yourself then your search ends up here, a wonderful destination to cheer you up is Kerala Vythiri , and you are a nature lover then this place is particularly for you, here you can also enjoy trekking, this beautiful place has got its place 1300m above the sea level her you will find wonderful Thamarassery Ghat that is going to give you perfect feel of
pleasure.

Kerala Vythiri has got wildlife sanctuary and you would be gifted with heart touching sounds of birds and animals, to re-energize your soul and senses it is the only destination. And you can enjoy more at the times of Monsoons as it increases the beauty of western ghats, best time to visit May to September. Kerala Vythiri is an evergreen rain forest.

You will find here conifer,fir trees and pine,along with wild animals like thrush, Malabar squirrel and Nilgiri langur, to mesmerise you there are water bodies and small streams, you can see wonderful tree houses the main attraction of this place, there are Small lodgings they are made of wood are perched at the top of the trees, going to give a wonderful sight to view.

Other beautiful places are Edakkal Caves made from Ambukuthi Hills,Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary,Chembra peak, a fresh water lake The Pookot Lake lets you enjoy boating with a fresh water aquarium. There are Likkidi hills you can enjoy trekking here, so this place is absolutely not to miss, just go and feel the magic.

Welcome to Kerala-God’s Own Country, with seductive tropical beaches, cool backwaters, secluded hill stations, spectacular waterfalls, ancient monuments and exotic wildlife.

One of the largest districts of Kerala, Idduki offers diverse attractions from wildlife sanctuaries to hill stations. Idukki is a picturesque blend of mountains, streams, spice plantations, and wooded valleys. It derives its name from the Malayalam word idukku which means a narrow gorge.

Munnar, one of the most popular hill stations located at Idukki in Kerala.

Wayanad, one of the most beautiful destinations in the state noted for its natural beauty. Volume 2 of the movie The Very Best of Wayanad, by Kerala Tourism

Kerala is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the world. Its unique culture and unique geographical features have made it fascinating tourist destination in the world. Lovingly known as the “God’s Own Country”, the Indian state of Kerala is regarded as the Paradise on the earth due to its exceptional beauty. There are lots of tourist destinations in this beautiful state such as beaches, backwaters, wildlife parks & sanctuaries, waterfalls, lakes, heritage sites, hill stations etc. Among all of these fascinating tourist destinations lush green hill stations of Kerala has their own charm and deserve the attention of tourists from all over the world and provides wonderful opportunity to see the fabulous beauty of nature by close.

The beautiful land of Kerala has a long chain of beautiful, lush, and mid-clad hill stations that are the home of exotic wildlife. All the hill stations of Kerala offer the most fascinating experience of nature in all its virgin beauty. On your Kerala tour when you will explore the lush green hill stations you will have wonderful opportunity to see the exceptional beauty of nature and exotic wildlife by close. You will also have opportunity to explore tea, coffee, rubber and spice plantations. Exploring the beautiful hill stations and watching sunset provides lifetime experience to you and your family. Hill stations in Kerala are also famous among honeymooners and couples from all over the world. Couples from all around the globe come here to celebrate their honeymoon in memorable ways.

The popular hill stations of Kerala are Munnar, Devikulam, Wayanad, Ponmudi, Nelliampathi, Kottancherry, Vagamon, Peerumade, Rajamala, Ranipuram, etc. Exploring these hill resorts on your tours in Kerala provides wonderful opportunity to enjoy amazing sightseeing and fun such as watching sunset, exploring wildlife, exploring wildlife, boat cruise, etc. Among all the hill stations of Kerala Munnar is perhaps the most popular hill station of the region. Munnar is situated on the confluence of three mountain streams – Mudrapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. Gifted with extra-ordinary beauty Munnar was once the summer hill resort of the erstwhile British Government in South India. Sprawling tea & coffee plantations, picture-perfect landscapes, wilding lanes, beautiful picnic spots, lovely lakes & waterfalls, etc make it a favourite hill station among tourists, family, nature lovers, and off course honeymooners & couples.

On the way to Munnar there is Echo Point which is also very popular among honeymooners and family vacationers. Echo Point is famous for its exceptional scenic beauty and gets its name from the natural echo phenomenon here. Don’t miss to visit this beautiful place on your Munnar Kerala tour. There are several Kerala tour packages available which make enable you to explore the lush green hill stations of the region. More about hill stations of the region you can know only then when you will come here. If you have too decided to travel in Kerala, you welcome to this beautiful Indian state. Come and explore the pristine beauty of the region in its lush green hill stations.

Munnar has given a new name to the sleepy hill stations of south India by mesmerizing the tourists with the stunning natural beauty of the place. Also known as the Kashmir of south India, the place is also known for its abundant spice and coffee plantations which make it a picture perfect destination for the tourists. Located at the height of 6000 feet, the place used to be a popular summer getaway for the British in the colonial days which is easily understandable looking at the scenic natural beauty of the place. Munnar is also a popular centre for the paragliding enthusiasts. Other activities popular among the tourists are nature walks and hiking.

District : Idukki State : Kerala Other names : Kashmir of south India Location : The distance between Munnar and Alleppey is 198 km, Calicut – 337 km, Trivandrum – 357 km, Ernakulam – 130 km and Thrissur is 211 km, respectively. Journey Time : It takes from Munnar about 5 hrs to reach Alleppey, 9 hrs to reach Calicut, 11 hrs to reach Trivandrum, 3 and ½ hrs to reach Ernakulam and 5 and ½ hrs to reach Thrissur, respectively. Route from Ernakulam : The route from Ernakulam to Munnar goes via Vytila, Kolencherry and Adimali.

When to go
Since Munnar is a hill station, it experiences cool weather throughout the year. Even in the summer months you\’ll need some woolen clothes. The months from September to May are right for visiting Munnar. That means you just have to avoid the monsoons here otherwise you can visit Munnar throughout the rest of the year.

How to get there
Kochi is the nearest airport and railway station from Munnar which is about 130 km away. Munnar is easily accessible by roads from any part of the state as well as Madurai and Coimbatore which are located in Tamil Nadu. .

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When we talk about Kerala tourism, the emerald backwaters, luxurious houseboats and rejuvenating Ayurveda prove to be the centre of attraction. The place is, undoubtedly, a heaven for all the nature lovers and routine vacationers. But the green state has much more to offer when it comes to the divine nature and enchanting wildlife. Plan a tour to Wayanad Hill Station in Kerala, and you will be overwhelmed to see the mist clad mountains, intense forests and fertile green plantations.

Wayanad, literally meaning ‘a land of paddy fields’, is located amidst the Western Ghats Mountains at a distance of about 76 km from the sea shores of Calicut. This elevated picturesque mountainous plateau is dotted with the aromatic plantations of vanilla, tea, coffee, pepper, cardamom and many other condiments. Moreover, its true beauty lies in the amazing range of flora and fauna. The colourful eternal harmony of Wayanad can be best explored during the festivals such as Onam, Maha shivarathri, Vishu etc.

Major Attractions

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Freely roaming elephants and tigers, south Indian moist deciduous and west coast semi evergreen forests, and everything a wildlife lover wishes to see – this is he popular Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, located 16 km east of Sulthaan Bathery. June to October is the best season to explore this place and you can spot various species of deer, monkeys and birds as well. Established in 1973, the wildlife sanctuary comes under Project Elephant. The Forest Department also makes arrangements for elephant rides.

Pazhassiraja Museum

This archaeological museum showcases a wide range of ancient mural paintings, antique bronzes, coins, temple models, megalithic monuments like dolmonoid cysts, umbrella stones etc.

Sri Mahaganapathy Temple

Located at Thiruvangoor, this ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The temple comes alive during the annual festival ‘Sivaratri Utsavam’ that lasts for two days. One can enjoy various cultural and ritual art forms of Kerala during the festival.

Apart from that above mentioned attractions, your Wayanad Hill Station Tour also takes you to the Chethalayam Waterfall, Edakkal Caves and Pookot Lake.

Kerala holidays will never be complete without a trip to the famous Idukki hill station of Kerala. Idukki is located atop the western ghats and is surrounded by mountains. You can find Asia’s first and the world’s second largest arch dam located in Idukki. You have to visit the dam to realize its splendour; it is built across the Kuravan Kurathi mountain and is simply beautiful and beyond description. The dam measures 650 feet length and 550 feet height.

www.keralatourntravel.com provides lots of information about Kerala Holidays and also about visiting Idukki hill station in particular. The hill station is spread over 7700 hectares of land and offers numerous wild animals in its Idukki wildlife Sanctuary worth visiting. And with the magnificent arch dam, you find the world’s second largest underground power station in Moolamattam, Idukki.

Idukki has lots to offer you during your Kerala holidays. www.keralatourntravel.com suggests your taking a trip to Thekkady, the largest wildlife sanctuary found in India. It is located about 114 km off Kottayam and about 190 km off Kochi and proves to be a dream destination for tourists to India. The total area of the sanctuary is about 777sq. km and is surrounded by an artificial lake spanning a land area of 25 sq. km.

When in Idukki, you have to make a visit to the Mangaladevi temple that is located about 13 km from Kumily. It is a temple that is built following Pandian style of architecture. Mangaladevi temple is centuries old and is situated in the middle of the thick forest between Kerala and Tamil Nadu boundary. This is why both the governments jointly conduct the annual festival or ‘puja’ of the deity on Chithira Purnima day.

If you want to get a taste of natural beauty during your Kerala holidays, then take a trip to Peerumed. This is the perfect place to head for as escape from the stress and strain of daily life. And to add to the beauty of the place you find barren hills that are dense with tea estates.

The wild animals, rock rafts, meadows and barren hills of Iravikkulam National Park is sure to fascinate all its visitors. This park is spread over a land area of 97 sq. km and has to be made a part of your Kerala holidays.

The highest peak in Asia is the Anamudi, standing at an altitude of 2694 meters on the southern boarder of National park. This is a place that is bound to invoke wonder in all its tourists. There is another wildlife sanctuary in Idukki you can visit during your Kerala holidays, the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. It is located about 60 km from Devikulam and worth a visit.

www.keralatourntravel.com explains that Thommankuthu is famous for its waterfalls in Kerala and is the perfect place to head for trekking and adventure. There are other small tourist centers located near Thommankuthu that you can visit during your Kerala holidays like Meenuliyarmudi and Irukallumud.

Malabar Mystique Part II The Malabar region in Kerala comprises of the northern districts in the state. This region has several least explores tourist spots. Beaches, backwaters, hill stations and colourful art forms like Theyyam are the pride of this region. This film is presented by Kerala Tourism, Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala.

The next vacation you decide to go on, it wouldn’t be bad to try out something exotic like Kerala holidays. The reason Kerala holidays in www.keralatourism.indian-seo.com are so exotic is because of what it has to offer you. You can relax amidst the backwaters of Kerala, the wildlife and fauna, the beaches and the Ayurveda treatment that many people opt for Kerala holidays. There are also numerous hill stations in Kerala you can visit during your Kerala Holidays.

Munnar is the most famous of hill station in Kerala and is situated 1600m above sea level where you find three mountain streams; the Mudrapuzha, Kundala and Nallathanni coming together. When you visit Munnar, you find that it is provides a vision of greenery where you can see some of the highest tea estates of Kerala here. This is because the hills surrounding Munnar are full of tea bushes, greenery and spice plantations. When in Munnar, you have lots of opportunity to go for bird watching, trekking and on natural walks.

The forests and plantations of Munnar have many plants with medicinal properties which are collected by the Ayurveda practitioners of Kerala for use in ayurvedic medicine, the traditional medicine system of Kerala. The extracts of these plants are added to oils for use in ayurvedic massage therapy. It is only by trying out this ayurvedic treatment during your Kerala holidays will you be able to realize the value and effect of Ayurveda.

When in Munnar, don’t forget to visit Kundale Tea plantations which are an area that is surrounded by a lake that provides you with stunning views of Munnar. You will really cherish your Kerala holidays when you watch tea being picked and processed. Just by smelling the sweet scent of tea in the air, you are sure to long to buy fresh tea, directly from the gardens of the plantations.

There are other places of attraction in Munnar in www.keralatourism.indian-seo.com for you to visit during your Kerala holidays like the many lakes, tea and spice plantations, dams and wild life sanctuaries. Don’t forget to make a visit to the Eravikulam National Park that is located about 15km from Munnar which was established to protect the Nilgiri Tahr. It is divided into 3 parts, the buffet, core and tourism area. Tourists are permitted only till the tourist area in the Rajamala region.

Echo Point is another hill station worth visiting during your Kerala holidays which is located 13km from Munnar. You can enjoy this place while taking nature walks and go trekking in this destination of green hills. The fresh mountain air you get here with a panoramic view makes Echo point a great place to visit for your Kerala holidays.

So to learn more about Kerala holidays and the hill stations you can visit when in Kerala, just visit the site, www.keralatourism.indian-seo.com. This site offers you information about the different types of packages available for Kerala holidays like honeymoon packages, Ayurveda packages and many more.

Malabar Mystique Part I The Malabar region in Kerala comprises of the northern districts in the state. This region has several least explores tourist spots. Beaches, backwaters, hill stations and colourful art forms like Theyyam are the pride of this region. This film is presented by Kerala Tourism, Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala.

Kerala Backwater with Hill Station

If you want to explore natural bounties of Kerala, the most colorful south India state, you can visit the backwater destinations and hill stations of Kerala. The thrilling beauty of nature mesmerizes a traveler. Kerala is known mainly for its scenic backwaters which run parallel to the Arabian Sea. Various lakes, streams, rivers form the 900 kms long backwater stretch of Kerala.

Kerala backwater cruise is sought after by large number of tourists. Embarking a cruise on the backwaters of Kerala one can explore the bounties of nature–flora and fauna on the bank of the rivers, lakes and streams, the colorful villages of Kerala, the fishing nets, coir factories and so on.  One should stay at a backwater resort before taking a ride. The resorts are located amidst lush green surrounding and some of the cottages are made up of bamboo and wood.

You can take a canoe ride yourself. If you are not expert in riding a canoe, go to a boat jetty which offers various types of boating facilities. Kettuvalam ride is one of the most enjoyable rides. The traditional houseboats are known as Kettuvallam which are made by the local artisans. The boats are eco-friendly and provide a cool and calm environment.

The hill destinations of Kerala—Idukki, Munnar, Devikulam, Vythiri attract a large number of adventure freaks who want to unleash their spirit by trekking, hiking and exploring flora and fauna in the hill stations. The lofty mountains of Western Ghats are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Bird lovers will spot several birds while exploring the forests of the mountains.

Kerala backwaters and hill stations are one of the main resources of Kerala tourism. Nature lovers like to tour Kerala to explore its myriad treasures of nature. The hill stations have long stretch of plantation gardens of coffee, tea, spice, etc.

Nelliyampathy, one of the famous hill stations situated in the Western Ghats in Palakkad district,Kerala. For more information on this video click – www.indiavideo.org Video by www.invismultimedia.com

Eastern Kerala consists of land encroached upon by the Western Ghats; the region thus includes high mountains, gorges, and deep-cut valleys. The wildest lands are covered with dense forests, while other regions lie under tea and coffee plantations (established mainly in the 19th and 20th centuries) or other forms of cultivation. Perunthenaruvi water falls near Pathanamthitta, Kerala Perunthenaruvi water falls near Pathanamthitta, Kerala The Western Ghats rises on average to 1500 m elevation above sea level. Certain peaks may reach to 2500 m. Popular hill stations in the region include Devikulam, Munnar, Nelliyampathi, Peermade, Ponmudi, Vagamon,Wayanadand Kottanchery Hills.

Kerala, the mere mention of the word is enough to know how wonderful its attractions must be. This God’s Own Country is fascinating to the hilt. Its every destination holds its own unique glory. Among all the attractions the hill stations of Kerala exude their own overwhelming charm. Steeped in natural beauty, the hill stations are visited by scores of tourists every year. Some of the most visited hill stations of this enchanting South India state are:

Munnar

Bestowed with immense natural beauty by mother nature, Munnar is a must-visit destination of Kerala. Picturesque surroundings, peaceful ambiance, refreshing environment, lakes, rivers, hills of this place will surely leave you spell bound. It is famous for its aromatic tea and coffee gardens. Rich in bio-diversity, it houses the world famous Eravikulam National Park which houses the largest population of endangered Nilgiri Tahr.

Idukki

It captures the hearts of tourists with its breathtaking mountain beauty, lush green forests and mesmerizing landscape. Sprawling over acres of land its tea and spice gardens will surely cast a spell on your senses. Also visit the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary which is a home to a variety of amazing wildlife.

Devikulam

This fascinating hill station beckons you to let yourself loose in the gorgeous greenery, majestic hills, romantic lake and picture-perfect surroundings. If you are inclined towards adventure, indulge in trekking, mountaineering and hiking as the hill station offers great opportunity for such activities. The Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is another asset of this place.

Chembra Peak

If you wish to combine natural beauty with adventure, visit Chembra Peak. Apart from offering captivating views of the surroundings, it offers facilities for camping and trekking.

Kerala, a land of natural wonders, comprises of several natural flavors to satisfy the dream of different visitors coming to Kerala. Right from hill station tour, to the serene beaches tour, to the wildlife tour, to ayurvedic tour, to backwater tour, Kerala can meet and exceed the expectation of every nature loving tourists interested in rich flora and fauna of the state.  Due to its immense popularity among myriad of visitors visiting every year Kerala hold a special place in the heart of every tourists. Kerala tour packages are planed and designed in the effective manner in order to cater the requirements of each and every tourist.

Kerala is found to be immensely blessed by nature as one can find every natural beauty in Kerala, right from rivers, backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries, beaches, to hills, making Kerala one of the most preferred holiday destination. Kerala tours are made more delightful and memorable by the tour operators, who offer well planned and customized tour packages for tourists coming from all corners of the world. Each and every Kerala tour packages are perfectly blended with every flavor of Kerala so that tourists can have an extra-ordinary tour.

Among all the Kerala tour packages, one that is all together different and exciting is the Kerala hill station tour that takes the tourists away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. The exotic hill stations of Kerala are still to be discovered by the lovers of natural vegetation and rich wildlife. These places are worldwide renowned for best quality spices such as cardamoms, cinnamons, and pepper etc. that enrich the taste of various delicacies. After the charm of the Himalayas and magic of Aravalli one will certainly like to explore the charisma of Western Ghats.

Kerala hill station tour has gained attention of worldwide tourists due to high mountain peaks, picturesque valley, favorable climate and close proximity to the wildlife sanctuaries. Hill station tour packages of Kerala let the tourist explore the lush green environment of the extremely peaceful place. Some of the popular hill stations in Kerala include Devikulam, Lakkidi, Munnar, Ponmudi, Vythiri, and Nellyampathy etc. These hill stations are renowned for having velvet lawns, rich flora and fauna, and the cool mountain providing a refreshing and rejuvenating feel to the tourists on their Kerala hill station tour.

Sensuous sea, rich wildlife, beautiful beaches, pristine backwaters, colorful and vibrant culture make Kerala among the most prized destinations of the India as well as of the world. The rich scenic beauty pleased this place with the title of ‘Gods own Country’. The Kerala has its own identity on global tourism because of its nature blessed beauty. Among several enchanting places the hill stations is another facet of this bewitching land. The elevated and uneven Western Ghats bestowed this state with a number of hill stations which see a high rate of tourist influx during the summer months. The hill stations of Kerala are known for their dense vegetation, exotic wildlife, sense stimulating beauty, tea and spices plantations. Some of the well known hill stations of this place are:

Munnar:

It is known for its breathtaking natural panorama which makes it a haven of peace and tranquility. The scattered natural beauty makes this place a high flying destination of Kerala. This amazing place is perched at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district. It is situated at the confluence of the three rivers and owes its name to its location. The term ‘munnu’ means three and ‘aar’ means river.

It is the land of pristine valleys and mountains where one can see the perfect blend of misty hills with verdant tea estates & spice gardens, diverse vegetation with tall red wood trees and rich wildlife. It is a commercial center having more than 30 registered tea estates. This place produces more than 12 varieties of spices that’s why it is also referred as the spice capital of India.

Chembra Peak:

It is the tallest peak in Wayanad which is located 14 km from Kalpeta at an elevation of 2100 m above mean sea level. This place is spread over a hilltop which makes this place a hottest destination for trekkers and nature lovers. Lake atop the hill is a perfect picnic spot of this place. The three delightful waterfalls around Meppadi, Pookot Lake and Ekkal Cave are some other interesting places of this well known hill station.

Idukki:

Nature decorated this place with its finest collection of majestic landscapes which is rich in diverse flora and fauna. Rugged mountains and forests cover about 97 percent of the total area of this place which makes it one of the most diverse places of Kerala. The Arch Dam and Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary are some of the prominent attractions of this place. This dam is the world’s second and Asia’s first arch dam which is constructed across the Kuravan and Kurathi hills. It is 550 ft. high and 650 ft. wide dam. The Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over 77 sq. Km and is situated about 450 – 748 m above sea level. This is among the best places to see diverse collection of flora and fauna.

Some of the other well known hill stations of this place are Chithirapuram, Lakkidi, Mattupetty, Pythal Mala, Ponmudi and many more.

Kerala Hill Stations

Kerala houses a few scenic hill stations. Trekkers, hikers and nature lovers can unleash their wilderness spirit touring the hill stations of Kerala. Housing lots of flora and fauna these hill stations attract the nature enthusiasts from all over the world. The most visited hill stations are

Munnar

Munnar is an exotic hill station located at a distance of 55 kms from Idukki town. It is located at a scenic location where three streams meet. The altitude of Munnar hill station is about 1600 m above the sea level. Once the summer abode of the British, Munnar hill station houses plantations of coffee, tea and spice. The mysterious Neelakurinji flowers bloom once in every 12 years at the hills of Munnar. Anamudi, the highest peak of south India is located atop the hills of Munnar. Trekkers like to trek to the Anamudi peak in Munnar.

Vythiri

Vythiri hill station is 100 kms away from Kozhikode. Located at the north eastern tip of Kerala, Vythiri is perched at an altitude of 1300 m above sea level. The main attractions are coffee, tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber plantations.

Chembra Peak

Trekkers can pack up trekking tour to Chembra peak located in Wayanad district of Kerala. The altitude of the peak is 2100 meter above sea level.

Devikulam

Devikulam hill station is located near Munnar and known for is exotic flora and fauna. The Sita Devi Lake is a reservoir of mineral waters. People have a belief that Rama’s wife Sita once bathed in this lake when they were in exile.

It is a good picnic spot. Angling enthusiasts can have the thrill of trout fishing on the lake.

Idukki

Idukki, one of the most resourceful destinations of Kerala is known for its wildlife, plantations, mountains, etc. The bounties of nature are seen everywhere. Mainly Tribal people live in Idukki who are agrarian.  Three rivers flow through Idukki district creating a spectacular landscape.