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Charalkunnu Hills
Charalkunnu is a picturesque hill station and the only hill station in Pathanamthitta district. Located near Ranni, the hill station has a host of trekking trails with a variety of picnic spots. People can find lodging at the camp house.
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Malayala Kalagramam
Malayala Kalagramam (MAKAM) is a centre for art and ideas which aims at providing children and youngsters a Kalari (stage) to practise and perform all forms of fine arts. The centre offers part-time as well as full-time courses in painting, sculpture, music and dance and art pottery. Yoga and Sanskrit are also taught here. The fraternity centre of the Kalagramam conducts seminars, symposia, extension lectures, in-service programmes and special projects in different fields of art and humanities. The studies at the centre are aimed at familiarising classical and contemporary trends and techniques in art as well as to utilise art better in daily life. Visitors are allowed to watch classes with the prior permission from the Director.
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Pullumedu Hill in Idukki
Pullumedu is yet another hidden gem enhancing Idukki’s repertoire, with hills draped in green greeting you on your journey up as the majestic Periyar river accompanies you the entire way. Apart from the natural view, one also gets glimpses of the Sree Ayyappa Temple at Sabarimala and the Makara Jyothi illuminations at the shrine. On site, picnickers and trekkers will get every single camp site and trail that they can imagine, with newer areas coming to light on every visit. The area can only be reached via jeep. Since it is part of the restricted forest zone, special permission to visit has to be obtained from the Wildlife Preservation Officer, Thekkady, or The Range Officer, Vallakkadavu.
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Malampuzha Garden and Dam
Malampuzha gardens, located in the lower hills of the Western Ghats, are the only rock-cut gardens in South India. The entire garden is made from broken pieces of bangles, tiles, used plastic cans, tins and other waste materials. Flowering beds, fountains, Rose gardens, an aerial ropeway, and picnic spots add to the allure of Malampuzha. The famed Malampuzha Yakshi built in 1969 by Kanayi Kunhiraman is also in the gardens.
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Wayanad Heritage Museum at Ambalavayal
The Ambalavayal heritage museum is situated 12 km south of Sulthan Bathery in Wayanad district. The museum houses some of the most important relics and artifacts from Wayanad’s past, dating all the way back to the 2nd century AD. The artifacts include clay sculptures, ancient hunting equipments like bows and arrows, stone weapons and other curios. It is among the finest storehouses of knowledge in the entire State.
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Kannadipara in Kottayam
A valley of rocky mountains that reflects the rays of the sun like a perfect mirror; this is the special distinction that led to Kannadipara (Rock Mirror) getting its name. Kannadipara is the highest point in the Ilaveezhapoonchira range of Kottayam district. This elevated location gives one a view of a plethora of districts, including Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta and Thrissur. Nearby lies Kazhukankulimali waterfalls, where cascades gush down the mountain and greet the river below with a huge splash.
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KCS Panicker Gallery, Thiruvananthapuram
Nominated as one of the nine eminent artists of India, Kerala's renowned painter Panicker, was born in 1911. He was instrumental in setting up the Progressive Painters Association in Madras from 1944 to 1953. An artist who set a new trend, the KCS Panicker Gallery traces his works over a period. The gallery is situated adjacent to the Napier Museum office in Thiruvananthapuram.
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Margi
Margi in Thiruvananthapuram district is an ideal place to get trained in Kathakali and other major art forms of Kerala. It is also an important destination for art lovers where one can watch the performance of some of the major art forms of Kerala like Kootiyattam, Nangyarkoothu, Chakyarkoothu, Paatakom (all temple art forms) and Kathakali in an ethnic atmosphere. Margi has its activities at two places in Thiruvananthapuram, the first at Valiyasala (Margi - Valiyasala) where Kootiyattam, Nangyarkoothu, Chakyarkoothu and Paatakom are performed and aspiring artistes trained. The other centre near East Fort (Margi - Fort) which is devoted exclusively to Kathakali. The institution was founded in 1970 by noted theatre enthusiast of the time the late D. Appukuttan Nair. He was also the architect of the Koothambalam at Kalamandalam at Cheruthuruthy in Kerala and Rukmini Arundale's dance school complex in Chennai.
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Navara Eco Farm
Navara Eco Farm on the banks of Chittur river in Palakkad district is a unique farming venture which gives importance to propogation of Navara, a rice variety seen in northern parts of Kerala and seen as great value from a healthcare point of view. Navara is widely used in the Ayurvedic system of medicine. Spread over an area of 18 acres, the Navara Eco Farm in Chittur also has other types of crops like coconut, mango, pomegranate, medicinal herbs, bamboo and vegetables. A maximum of eight visitors can be accommodated in the farm at a time, and the stay here gives one the opportunity to enjoy some of the local delicacies. At the ancestral house located in the farm, visitors can have a close look at some of the old and traditionally used farming implements, varieties of Navara and rice seeds and literature on various farm products.
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Kulamav Dam
Kulamav dam, located east of Idukki Arch Dam, is a part of Idukki reservoir and is an ideal spot for trekking. Blessed with natural beauty and salubrous climate, situated here is a colony of the K.S.E. Board employees.
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Kottur
The mahouts try their best to get the calf to the waters, but it refuses, for it is in a playful mood today, shaking its head, pulling away from the river with as much might as it can. Finally when they coax it into the river for the bath, you’d not help laughing seeing the way it splashes around water drenching those men in it. If you are the kind of person who loves elephants and wants to see them in a wild haven designed for them, come to Kappukad in Kottur, where there is an elephant rehabilitation centre.
Sit on its banks, savour the beauty of the river where the big animals are scrubbed clean every morning by the mahouts. Then you wonder what the foliage on the other side of the bank could be hiding.
Even though it is easy access for the urban tourists from Trivandrum, Kottur elephant rehabilitation centre, nestled in the foothills of the Western Ghats, retains its serenity.
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Q, S, T and R Block Kayal, Alappuzha
Located in Alappuzha district, Kuttanad also known as ‘rice bowl of Kerala’ is the most beautiful backwater region in Kerala. It is regularly listed among the must-visit destinations in our country and here lies its pristine Q, S, T & R Block kayals (backwaters). Here, the famous dikes of the Dutch seem to appear out of nowhere. They are the popular flood control system seen all the way around in Europe. With much effort and ingenuity, extensive land has been reclaimed from the backwaters and is protected by dikes built around it. Accessible only by boat, the area hosts a wide variety of snake boat races and a cruise here is considered among the finest that God’s Own Country has on offer.
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Vasco House, Kochi
Believed to have been the residence of Vasco da Gama, Vasco House is one of the oldest Portuguese residences in Fort Kochi. Built in the early sixteenth century, Vasco House sports the typical European glass paned windows and balcony cum verandahs characteristic of those times.
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Malarickal Village Tourism
Nestled far away from the chaos of urban life, there exists a quaint hamlet in the heart of Kottayam district. All it offers those who stumble upon it are a soothing experience of village life amidst endless paddy fields. Its massive stretches of backwaters and intrinsic natural beauty are slowly attracting tourists who seek a rendezvous wholly detached from their routine. Malarickal or Malarikkal is a jewel that people in Kerala are only slowly awakening to themselves.
It isn’t just the emerald of its backwaters that awaits you here, as Malarickal lures you in with breathtaking shades of pink as well. The water lilies (Nymphaea Stellata or ambal in local parlance) greet the terrain during the end of the monsoon rains, which usually occurs annually between September and October. A carpet of pleasant pink envelops the entire region in a breathtaking formation that is hard to explain with mere words. They spread out over 600 acres of land, and locals advise that the best time to witness this phenomenon is morning and evening. These visuals alone draw in bigger crowds each year, as words spread of this natural wonder.
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Museum of Kerala History, Edappally
One of the oldest art and history museum of Kerala is in Kochi founded by philanthropist and entrepreneur Mr Madhavan Nayar. The museum is divided into three sections, the doll museum, museum of Kerala history and gallery of modern art.
The statue of Parasurama has been strategically placed outside the hall to pay reverence to the saint who is believed to have brought forth the land of Kerala from the mighty ocean. The doll museum is adorned with 150 plus dolls from various ethnic groups of India showcasing the cultural diversity of the nation.
The modern art gallery boasts of more than 230 paintings done by eminent artists like Raja Ravi Verma, M.F.Hussain, Ram Kinker Baij and several other painters of international acclaim.
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CVN Kalari at Edakkad
Kalaripayattu, the traditional and exclusive martial art form of Kerala, is widely acclaimed as a synthesis of body control, treatment, and armed and unarmed combat. This immaculate martial art form can be witnessed in its fullest, bearing all traditional and orthodox techniques and systems of treatment, at the C.V.N. Kalari at Edakkad in Kozhikode. The Kalari (arena) itself is set amidst serene surroundings with an ambience that is most suited for the practice of Kalaripayattu.
The C.V.N. Kalari at Edakkad is run by Mr. Sudhakaran Gurukal (master), who is a respected teacher and also an accomplished Marma physician. At the early age of seven itself, boys and girls can start training. The classes conducted here are for Kalaripayattu, Massage and Marma treatment, and a dedicated student can master all these in a span of one to one-and-a-half years' time. The centre also conducts demonstrations and workshops on Kalaripayattu at venues selected by interested parties and also for Television programmes, Movies, Dancers, Theatre artists, Athletes etc.
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Tipu's Fort in Palakkad
Tipu's Fort or Palakkad Fort, in its current form was built by Hyder Ali, the ruler of Mysore in 1766. Named after Tipu, the son of Hyder Ali, the fort was under the Mysore rulers for years before it fell into the hands of British during the colonial era. The fort, situated on a strategically important location acted as military base in the past. Years down the line, the fort enjoys the hustle and bustle of the city, with joggers, evening walkers and history buffs frequenting the area. This well maintained fort, with its impressive laterite walls is one of the best preserved and well maintained forts in India. Currently under the purview of the Archaeological Survey of India, this ancient fort continues to amaze visitors to Palakkad.
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St. Angelo’s Fort, Kannur
St. Angelo’s Fort, popularly known as the Kannur Fort, is a massive triangular laterite fort and is among the most historic sites in Kannur. Constructed by the first Portuguese Viceroy, Don Francesco de Almeida in 1505, the fort is flanked by gigantic bastions that make for an imposing sight. The view of Mopilla Bay and Dharamadam Island are among the primary attractions here.
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Kauthuka Park in Thrissur
Kauthuka Park, a beautiful garden noted for its natural beauty, is situated on the way to Athirappally waterfalls at Chalakkudy in Thrissur district. This unique garden is a testament to Varkey Veliyath's creative excellence. The whole landscape is dotted with picturesque hills, gurgling streams, delightful caves, verdant canopies and rare medicinal plants.
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Mannanam in Kottayam
A historically important place in Kottayam, Mannanam is an important religious place, particularly famous because it is here that the first house of the CMI congregation had its foundation stone laid on May 11 1831 by Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara. Besides, the place is a good choice for cruise tours and the District Tourism Promotion Council of Kottayam arranges enchanting boat cruises along the Pennar Canal to the picturesque backwater areas of Alappuzha and Ernakulam.
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Kayyoor at Bharananganam
Kayyoor, an enchanting landscape formed by a chain of green hills at the Bharananganam panchayat. A shrine dedicated to the Pandava brothers of the epic Mahabharatha is found here. As in the famous temple at Sabarimala, only ghee is used to light the lamps here. Women are not permitted inside the temple.
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Arakkal Kettu Museum
Kannur’s rich and vibrant landscape is host to the great Arakkal Kettu museum, former residence of the only Muslim royal family in Kerala, the Arakkal Ali Rajas. It is an architectural marvel and you can get transported to a different era, with heirlooms and artifacts of their reign adorning the entire building. Now under the purview of the Archaeological and Tourism Department, it is a must-visit site in the district and it helps one gain an understanding of the cultural diversity that helped shape its current form.
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Pandikuzhi, Idukki
Pandikuzhi is a picturesque spectrum of exotic flora, fauna and gurgling streams is cradled between Chellarkovil in Idukki and the Tamil Nadu border. A popular picnic spot, Pandikuzhi offers great opportunities for trekking and is a photographer's delight. Pandikuzhi is located about 5 km from Thekkady and about 4 km from Kumily.
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Pattumala near Peermede
Pattumala at Peermede in Idukki district of Kerala is known for its lofty peaks, little streams and tea plantations. Tall misty peaks and minuscule rivulets are scattered across the landscape. Walks here, especially at dawn, are truly invigiorating due to the sheer freshness of the air. Make your way to the very top and you can take some time off at the Velankanni Matha Church, the pilgrim centre made entirely of granite. There are flower gardens and obscure trails too, that always promise a new adventure on every visit.
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East Fort
East Fort is among the most bustling areas in all of Thiruvananthapuram, famous for being home to the historic Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple. The place is full of people, tourists, shops and a plethora of commercial sites.
The Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple, built in traditional Kerala and Dravidian style and the architecture of this seven-storied temple-tower is the major attraction here. As per Hindu traditions and beliefs, the deity of the temple is Lord Padmanabha, the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the preserver of life.
Inside the East Fort area one finds structures used by the erstwhile royal family, including several small and big palaces built in traditional as well as western style of architecture. One also finds inside the Ananthavilasam Palace, built by King Vishakam Thirunal in 1880. Other major structures in the area include the Kuthiramalika and the Navarathri Mandapam. The Navarathri Mandapam hosts the annual ten-day Navarathri celebrations, famous for its music festival.
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Chuttippara Hill Station
One of the popular attractions in Pathanamthitta district in Central Kerala, Chuttippara is a hill cluster standing at 200 feet high. Tourists can enjoy the beauty of Pathanamthitta from his verdant viewpoint. This is also an ideal spot for enjoying the sunrise and sunset.
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Kappukadu in Thiruvananthapuram
Kappukadu, situated near Kattakkada in Thiruvananthapuram is located at the base of the Agasthya Hills. At Kappukadu, you can sit atop an elephant, soak in the forest, and explore its lush scenery from the back of the gigantic tusker. The dense forests of Iravupara gives you wonderful visuals of rare butterfly species and medicinal plants.
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Thakur House, Ernakulam
Thakur House, a graceful building holds within itself the reflection of the colonial era. The Bungalow was built on the site of the Gelderland Bastion, one of the seven bastions of the old Dutch fort. Earlier known as Kunal or Hill Bungalow, it was home to the managers of the National Bank of India during the British reign. Today, the Bungalow belongs to Ram Bahadur Thakur and Company, the renowned tea trading firm.
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Perunthenaruvi - Rehab for your Soul
With woods wrapped in mystery, idly flowing dreamy streams, captivating waterfalls and an exuberant wilderness, Perunthenaruvi is a lesser known gem waiting to get discovered!
Situated in the forest region of Sabarimala in Pathanamthitta district, one of the major pilgrim centres of South India, Perunthenaruvi allures tourists with its breathtakingly beautiful waterfalls and the dazzling stream that flows to merge with the sacred Pamba River. The locality is the home turf of beehives which have bestowed the place with the title Perunthenaruvi meaning the “River of Honey”.
There is no better place to have a pleasant peaceful time than when you are romancing with nature and surround yourself with its purity to cleanse your soul. Perunthenaruvi offers you just that
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Ripon Tea Factory
From its aroma to the refreshing taste, Tea has always been one of the favorite beverages of all time. Spread in an enormous 443 hectares of land at an alarming altitude of 2000 meters from the ground, the Ripon Tea Factory is one of the best stimulating Wayanad tourist places.
Considering that the tea factory was established in the 18th century by the British, the place has got a bit of history behind itself. The factory is also celebrated for its premium quality of extravagant tea that are segregated into dust, leaf and blended flavors.
The Ripon Tea Factory is open between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM when visitors can pay a visit here and enjoy various flavors of delicious tea. This should be among the first places to visit in Wayanad, especially for tea lovers.
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