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Best trekking places in kerala

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Agasthyarkoodam trekking Agasthyarkoodam (Agasthyakoodam) is the second highest peak in Kerala and one of the best trekking places in Kerala. The mountains are almost at a height of 6,129 ft. above sea level. The trek to the peak is almost 28 km from the Bonacaud and it will take 2 days to complete the trekking. View from Agasthyarkoodam This trek can offer an experience like never before. One will never disappointed in the trekking because it can offer such an amazing delight of spectacular views. Definitely this is an experience of exploration. The splendor of nature, the stillness in the valleys, the astounding views of vegetation, the ardent display of Flora and fauna, the delight of tenderness in the air all will be a new experience for the traveler. Unlike other trekking places, Agashyarkoodam trekking needs permission from the Kerala Forest Department and we have the provision to book the same online from their official website As per the latest information it will cost 500 INR per head and maximum 100 people are allowed in …

Majestic places to visit in mysore

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The Heritage of Mysuru (or Mysore) lies in its long history of its princely status for almost six centuries. Far different from its neighboring IT city, Bangalore, Mysore has its own unique way of preserving the tradition. Though one of the IT giants of India, Infosys has its biggest infrastructure near Mysore and many industrial units towards the city’s outskirts, the city chose to keep its charm in its old fashion. Cleanest City of India Being the topper in the list of cleanest city in india for the second year in a row is a proud moment for Mysuru and its people. Mysuru scored well on all the sanitation parameters. This included making adequate provisions for individual, community and public toilets, a good track record in door- to- door garbage collection, overall cleanliness level of the city, proper processing and disposal of garbage, an effective communication strategy to bring about behavior change and engaging citizens in cleanliness drive. Located in the base of Chamundi Hills, Mysore is easily accessible through road and the century old south …

Gavi is undoubtedly a heaven on earth

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When we heard of the mind blowing beauty of Gavi, It was our dream to visit this place at least once in life time and we achieved it. One must visit this place to see how the almighty god has crafted this place so beautifully. No wonder why Kerala is knows as God’s Own Country. In every scenery you can see a professional and personal touch of that weaver. Journeys will be surprising and more enjoyable if they are unplanned, but in the case of Gavi let me tell you first this is not going to work if you are planning for stay over programs. The accommodation is kind of limited and bookings have to be done well in advance to avoid the last minute surprises. Gavi eco-tourism Gavi eco-tourism project is one of the top rated among Kerala tourism packages. Gavi became widely popular after the “Alistar International” and managed to be enlisted in the must see places of India. Gavi is highly recommended for all the nature lovers as gavi is preserved in …

Kerala’s best places to visit in 2016

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Are you looking for some paradise kind of places in Kerala for a different travel experience in 2016 ? why can’t you consider the below destination options ? One Day Trip to Gavi A one day tour covering the best and indigenous part of forests of Western ghats in Kerala has been made a reality recently. The one day starts and ends in Konni, situated in Pathanamthitta district of Kerala. From Konni, famous for its elephant museum, the trip will cover the places like Adavi, Thannithodu, Aangamuzhi, Muzhiyar, Kochu Pamba and reaches Gavi. See Gavi Photo Album here From Gavi, trip takes a new route through Vallakkadavu, Vandiperiyar, Kuttikkanam, Erumeli, Ranni and Kumbazha to reach back to Konni. The entire trip costs around INR 1600 per person which includes breakfast and lunch that can be carried alongside. The Forest department has procured specially designed air conditioned vehicles with a capacity of 16 people for this nature kissing venture. In addition to this, there is a coracle ride in Adavi and Boat ride in Gavi planned as part of …

Nelliyampathy hills, The beauty queen of Palakkad

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Kerala is famous with so many hill stations as part of Western Ghats. For a traveler it is always a matter of choice to decide which heaven I should pick this time.When it comes to the hill stations in Kerala, Nelliyampathy is popular for its beautiful tea, orange, coffee and cardamom plantations. Nelliayampathy has an altitude ranging between 465m to 1570 above sea level. The place is not that commercialized like other hills stations Kodaikkanal, Ooty and Munnar. The place will be crowded in winter and one will definitely enjoy the sunsets here. An amazing place surrounded by mountains for 360 degree. Nelliyampathy in 360 degree The preparations Our normal travel plans will consider a hotel somewhere in the town from where we can cover most of the pre-planned places. This time it was different. We selected Nelliayampathy stay in a remote place inside the forest, Misty Valley resort. There is a strong reason why we have selected this resort which you will come to know when you finish reading it. As we know that we …

Why people visit Kodaikanal again and again

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Whenever I heard about kodaikanal during my childhood, first thing that came into my mind was its suicide points and chocolates. The most famous was of course the suicide point. But the Princess of hill stations has much more to offer. Be its the scenic beauty or the best place to cool off the summer heat, Kodaikanal is one of the favorite hill stations for the travelers to South India. The taste of the chocolates and the charming hills on western ghats can be the main force that brings me again and again to love Kodaikanal. Located in the upper Palani Hills of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu, Kodaikanal has got very good road connectivity to Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Although the nearest railway station is Palani which is 64 KM away, the best one to chose if you plan to visit Kodaikanal will be Madurai Junction. From Madurai Junction, buses or taxis are available in ease to Kodaikanal. Here are a list of few places you must not miss in Kodaikanal Pillar Rocks …

Braemore hills, connecting nature

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When I heard of the name Braemore estate (Brimoor) for the first time I was wondering how this name came into existence from nowhere for a hill station near Trivandrum, Kerala. Did anyone notice that before? We found the answer to this question in the Journey to the less known Braemore estate which was full of surprises. Braemore estate was never ever there in our list of places to visit in Kerala but gradually it is becoming one of the best tourist places in Kerala. The estate was originally established by the Europeans in 1800s and planted with Tea, Rubber, Coffee and other spices. The British had realized the beauty of the landscape and have preserved the same for us. Braemore Hills shimmers in the mystifying nature enriched by greenery and mist touched hills and valleys which provides shelter for a wide range of flora and fauna. The hills are blessed with numerous streams and water falls too. It was completely an unplanned bike trip with a backpack from Trivandrum city to the estate which is …

6 places you should not miss in vagamon trip

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Vagamon is a small hill station located in the Idukki district of Kerala state towards its border with Kottayam. It is also called as the sleeping town due to the lack of commercialization quite opposite to that of Munnar. The ease of accessibility and the exhilarating experience of this small town makes it a must go place for all the tourists visiting the God’s own country. Here are a few places in and around the town, which you should not miss Marmala Waterfalls Marmala waterfalls Marmala waterfalls, located in the Erattupetta route is the best and the easily accessible one near to Vagamon. Though, it is slowly becoming popular for a tourist place, this amazing falls gives a refreshing experience to the mind and body. Make sure, you don’t go too near to the falls as the depth and force of the water is too high to bear. Though not much popular, Marmala Waterfall offers a really attractive and pleasing view to the beholders, the tourists. It remains a good spot for trekking as well. However, …