Famous Hill Stations in Kerala-Today, people are way too busy in their schedules so a visit to Kerala hill stations is a must as it will give you peace of mind and helps in relaxing body and soul. Kerala hills can give soothing effect to your eyes and are located far away from hustle and bustle of the city life. You are surrounded by lush green mountains where you can also see cardamoms, pepper and cashews that are harvested in these regions and are known as royal treasures of these hills. After watching the highest mountain ranges of Himalayas, you can enjoy the exotic appeal of Western Ghats which are situated at the height of 1520 m and are rich in different species of flora and fauna the Famous Hill Stations in Kerala
Peermade Hill Station
Peermad, Perumade, Peerumade is a famous hill station of Kerala which is located amidst of Western Ghats at an elevation of 915 m above the sea level. It is 85 km from Kottayam and 35 km from Thekkady along the Kottayam-Kumily Road which is a very famous stretch in Kerala. This tiny beautiful town has some great opportunities for Eco- tourism and is a part of most amazing travel belt of Kerala that includes Thekkady, Vagamon and Munnar. The annual paragliding event conducted at Vagamon which is just 20 km from Peermade is a major attraction among the visitors. This pleasant hill station was once a summer retreat for the Maharaja of Travancore. The hill station is also famous for its sprawling tea, coffee, cardamom, rubber and eucalyptus plantations interspersed with waterfalls and open grasslands.
Prime Attractions of Peermade
Pattumala Church
The famous church of Pattumala is located on the road from Peermade to Kumily. It is just 6 km from Peermade. The church is on a small hill surrounded by beautiful tea plantations. The beautiful church Velankanni Matha situated near to it is a famous pilgrimage center is a must visit destination.
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
One of the largest wildlife reserves in India is just 43 km away from Peermade. People visit this sanctuary from far off places to see the herds of wild elephants frolicking in the lakes is a must see sight.
Peermade Sahyadri Ayurvedic Centre
It is a world famous Ayurvedic center which offer curative and rejuvenating treatment packages to the visitors. The drug museum is a must visit place with the collection of over 200 varieties or rare and endangered herbs.
Thrissanku Hills
Situated at a distance of 4 km from Peermade Thrissanku Hill is a great place to enjoy the long walks and enjoy the beautiful sunset and sunrise.
Waterfalls
There are many streams and waterfalls in Peermade. Meloram, Nallathanni, Panchalimedu and Valanjamkanam are the scenically beautiful places where the visitors can visit and enjoy picnics.
How to Reach
- By Air: – Cochin and Madurai International Airports are the two major airports to reach Peermade. Both of them are 150 km from it.
- By Rail: – The nearest rail head is at Kottayam.
- By Road: – Peerumedu is 85 km east to Kottayam on the way to Thekkady. There are frequent bus services from nearby cities of Kumily and Kottayam. There are bus services from Munnar and Ernakulam too to Peermade.
Nelliyampathy Hill Station
Located at a distance of 75 km from Palakkad at an altitude of 467m to 1572m above the sea level Nelliyampathy is one of the most sought after hill station of Kerala. The hill comprises a chain of ridges cut off from one another by valleys of dense evergreen forests and orange plantations. The hill station of Nelliyampathy has immense potential for trekkers. The entire hill ranges are dotted with tea, coffee, orange and cardamom plantations.
Nelliyampathy is perhaps the most beautiful, unspoiled hill station of the Kerala with Nellikota as its highest peak. One can access the hill station of Nelliyampathy from Palghat. The whole route is so amazing where the visitors can come across several curves, crisscross trails and fascinating jungles of Sahya Ranges. Seethakundu at Nelliyampathy offers fantastic view of the valley below-a wide-angled vision of the entire Palghat area.
Prime Attractions of Nelliyampathy
Jungles of Sahya Ranges
These Sahya Ranges are famous for its evergreen forest ranges which are famous for trekking.
Padagiri
The highest peak of Nelliyampathy is Nellikotta which is also called Padagiri. The hills dipped in the pristine beauty of nature which is sprinkled with tea, coffee, cardamom, vegetable and orange plantations. Nellikotta is a delight for adventure freaks.
Sitakunda
It offers the fantastic panoramic views of the valley which is about one third of Palakkad.
Best Time to Visit
- The best time to take a tour to Nelliyampathy is from April to September.
How to Reach Nelliyampathy
- By Air: – Coimbatore is the nearest airport of Nelliyampath which is 140 km from Nelliyampathy.
- By Rail: – Palakkad, is situated at a distance of 75 km from Nelliyampathy which is the nearest railway station to it. Palakkad Junction is an important station where the train stops and from here visitors can take taxis to reach Nelliyampathy.
- By Road: – Nelliyampathy is also well connected to almost all its neighboring districts. A number of bus services also provide service to the region.
Devikulam Hill Station
Situated at the height of 1800 m above the sea level at a distance of 16 km from Munnar, Devikulam is one of the gorgeous hill stations of Kerala that symbolizes the nature in its pristine glory. It is covered with velvet green slopes covering thousands of miles, cool air filled with aromatic fragrances of tea, spices and flowers just intoxicate the visitors who visited it. A lovely little lake Sita Devi with its mineral water is a gift of nature is surrounded by exotic flora and fauna is one of the most visited picnic jaunt of Devikulam.
According to a legend Sita the holy consort of Lord Rama once came down to frolic in the Lake and ever since the place came to be known as Devikulam means the Lake of goddess. The beauty of the places is no less than a fairy tale enchantment that attracts the visitors from far off places.
Beside the beauty Devikulam is a paradise for adventure freaks. It is an ideal spot of fishing. The crisscross mountain trails and verdant woods are simply irresistible for the trekkers. A visit to Devikulam is no doubt a strenuous physical activity filled with pleasure and bliss.
Prime Attractions of Devikulam
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Located at a distance of 60 km from Devikulam, The Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the prime attractions for the visitors. It is a home to the most endangered species of the world with a sandalwood forest at the end.
Kuthumkal Waterfalls
At a distance of 39 Kms from Devikulam and 24 Kms from Idukki in Munnar district. It is a lovely picnic spot where one can enjoy spending leisure time. Kuthumkal Waterfalls along with Keezar Kuthu are a big draw with movie crews hunting for scenic locales.
Observatory Hills
The pristine beauty and unspoiled atmosphere makes it a perfect place to enjoy the beauty of nature and for relaxation. The sky is so clear that you can feel that you are floating on the clouds to touch the heaven is a must visit destination in Munnar.
Best Time to visit
- The best time to visit Devikulam the stunningly beautiful hill station Devikulam is from September to May.
How to reach Devikulam
- By Air: – Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport which is 125 km fro Munnar.
- By Rail: – The nearest rail head is at Aluva which is 120 km away from Munnar.
- By Road: – Munnar is 135 km from Kochi and takes 4 hours to reach it. The Ernakulam-Munnar route extends through Tripunithura, Muvattupuzha, Kothamangalam, Neriamangalam, Adimali and Pallivasal.
Ponmudi Hill Station
The salubrious hill station of Ponmudi is situated at a distance of 61 km from Thiruvananthapuram parched at an altitude of 1000 m above the sea level on the Western Ghats. You will surely fall in love with the bountiful nature, serene surroundings aromatic tea estates, shimmering green waters of the winding streams and verdant dense forests. Ponmudi is an ideal and beautiful picnic spot which is situated at a convenient distance from Thiruvananthapuram. The hill station of Ponmudi is lying very close to sea and thus offer plethora of activities to the visitors. It is an ideal place for nature lovers and adventure buffs to come and explore the untouched unspoiled virgin beauty of the hill station.
Prime Attractions of Ponmudi
Aranmula Boat Race
One of the major attractions of Ponmudi hill station is Aranmula Boat race. It is organized every year in the months of August and September as a part of Aranmula Temple Festival.
Varkala Beach
Varkala beach is one of the most visited beache3s of Kerala. It is famous for its sea side resorts and is an important Hindu pilgrimage. The beach has high cliffs and rich mineral springs that are major tourist attractions of the beach. A 2,000 year old Janardanaswamy Temple and Nature Centre are the other najor attractions of Varkala Beach.
Best Time to Visit
- The best time to visit the hill station of Ponmudi is in August- September
How to Reach Ponmudi
- By Air: – The nearest airport to Ponmudi hill station is Trivandrum International Airport.
- By Rail: – The Ponmudi hill station is easily accessible from Trivandrum Railway station.
- By Road: – Ponmudi Hill station is 65 km north east of Thiruvananthapuram. It takes 2 hrs to reach it by bus.
Munnar Hill Station
Far away from the noises and traffic of the city lies the hill station of Munnar with its unparallel charm that cannot be described in words. Lies at an altitude of 1600 m above the sea level it is one of the summer resorts of erstwhile British Government. Quiet, peaceful, tranquil, undisturbed that fills you with the joy and delight is Munnar. It is situated at the confluence of three rivers Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala nestling among the majestic mountains of Western Ghats is one of the most sought after tourist destinations of Kerala. It has the highest peak in South India Anamudi towering 2695m.
Munnar has approximately 20 tea estates surrounding it and is especially renowned for Neelakurinji an exotic flowering plant which grows once in 12 years and baths the hill with blue. Majestic mountains, breathtakingly beautiful landscapes, aromatic tea gardens, exotic flora and fauna make Munnar truly a special place in Gods own country.
Prime Attractions of Munnar
Eravikulam National Park
The Eravikulam National Park is a must visit for those who wants to experience the wilderness during their Munnar Tour. Spreading across the area of 97 sq km it is a home to the most endangered species of birds and animals. It is located at a distance of 17 km from Munnar.
Mattupetty Lake
Situated at the height of 1700 m above the sea level the Mattupetty Lake and Dam is a beautiful picnic jaunt that offer panoramic views to the visitors. It has boating facilities available in reservoir. Mattupetty also has a special dairy farm which is also a major tourist attraction. Shola forest in and around Mattupetty is an ideal place for trekking where the visitors can enjoy beauty of the habitat and the surroundings.
Pothamedu
Situated at a distance of 6 km from Munnar Pothamedu is another hill station of Kerala that offers excellent views of tea coffee and cardamom plantations. It’s rolling misty mountains, offers breathtaking views and is an ideal place for trekkers and nature lovers.
Marayoor
Situated at a distance of 40 km from Munnar, Marayoor is the only place in Kerala with the natural growth of sandalwood trees, natural caves with murals and relics that belong to Stone Age Civilization. Some other nearby attractions includes Thoovanam and Rajiv Gandhi National Park is of great interest for the visitors.\
Rajamala
Situated at a distance of 15 km from Munnar Rajmala is a natural habitat of Nilgiri Tahr. A major portion of this rare goat is found in these mountains which is fast becoming extinct.
Best Time to Visit
- Best time to visit Mummar is from September to May
How to Reach Munnar
- Air: – The nearest Airport to Munnar is Kochi International Airport which is 130 km away from Munnar.
- Rail: – The nearest rail head from Munnar is at Kochi that can be accessed from the town by the local modes of transportation.
- Road: – Munnar is easily accessible by road from most of the towns in and around Kerala. It can also be reached form Madurai and Coimbatore which are located in the neighboring states of Tamil Nadu.
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