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Munnar |
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| Munnar,
located at an altitude of 1,600 m, is one of the
most beautiful hill stations of Kerala. Munnar has
the highest peak in south India, Anamundi, which
rises to a height of 2695 m. Munnar was the most
favored summer destination of European settlers
for centuries. Munnar actually means the 'Three
Rivers' and derives its name from the three-mountain
stream, Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala. The
confluence of these rivers is at the heart of the
town and they fulfill all the water requirements
of the town. |
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Ponmudi |
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| The beautiful
and peaceful hill station of Ponmudi is situated
at a distance of 61 km from Thiruvananthapuram and
at an altitude of 1000 m above the sea level. Come
to Ponmudi to fall in love with the bountiful nature,
serene surroundings and several tourist attractions.
The hill station is a welcome break from the rush
of the city where you can relax in the laps of nature
without any hurries and worries.While at Ponmudi,
you can enjoy the Aaranmula Boat Race. It is organized
each year in the village of Aaranmula in the month
of August and September and is part of the Aaranmula
Temple Festival. |
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Idukki |
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dukki, the
beautiful hill station of Kerala derives its name
from a Malayalam word 'idukku', which means narrow
gorge. Idukki is known as the land of massive mountains,
variegated valleys and splendid streams. Located
in the southern portion of Kerala, Idukki offers
diverse tourist attractions like hill ranges, mountain
treks, spice plantations, virgin beauty of nature
and wild life sanctuaries.From Idukki, you may also
visit the hill station of Munnar, which is at a
distance of 70 km. The place has the beauty enhanced
by the tea plantations, nice town planning, winding
lanes and perfect climatic conditions.
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Palakkad |
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| Palakkad
also known as Palghat lies on the foothills of the
Western Ghats. On the border of Kerala and Tamil
Nadu, Palakkad is 80 km towards northeast of Trichur
and 50 km towards southwest of Coimbatore. Palakkad
district is called "The
Granary of Kerala". Palakkad
attracts a lots of tourists every year because richness
of the natural beauty of the dense forests, fertile
valleys, huge mountains, long rivers, several streams
and diverse flora and fauna. |
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Vagamon |
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| Vagamon,
at an elevation of 1100 m above the sea level is
at an accessible distance of 100 km from Cochin
and 60 km from Kottayam. It is a paradise for the
seekers of peace and tranquility and abundance of
nature. The hill station is surrounded by tea estates
and will soon become India's foremost Eco-Tourism
Projects. The hill station is a amalgamation of
natural beauty, religious mysticism and colonial
legacies. Vagamon is surrounded by three chain of
hills, namely, Thangal hill, Murugan hill and Kurisumala. |
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