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Kattoothimedu Idukki

Rollicking apsaras of Kattoothimedu, Idukki

A little more isolated from the external world and as being less known outside, Kattoothimedu holds its pristine beauty still with it. Situated at a height of 4000 feet above the sea level, this beautiful area is the part of Senapathy Gramapanchayath of the Idukki district. Another speciality of Kattoothimedu is the fact that it is surrounded by rivers in its three sides. In malayalam Kattu means wind, and as the name suggests, the winds here are more than just a breeze and is a part of it. More than 50 acres of land can be scene here. A Lotus pond and the beautiful nature surrounding it are the other main attractions to name. As other places in Idukki district of Kerala, Kattoothimedu has its own unique and exquisite beauty. The story of Kattoothimedu This isolated world has its own story to tell. In the old times, it was believed that the village was being protected by a god called Karuppuswamy. Karuppuswamy is also widely believed as a tribal form of Lord Siva. The seven dancers …