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Discover the South India's coolest tourist destination, the Honeymooner's Paradise!
MUNNAR
The nature-lover’s paradise. Snuggling in the green and serene Kannan Devan Hills, lies the quite and restful resort of Munnar, at an altitude of 1524 m and 136 km off Cochin.
Panoramic views of low-flying clouds and mist filled valleys make it a pretty little heaven with a cool bracing climate. It was opened up out of virgin forests a century ago by pioneering planters.
Within its remote and elderly churches - gracious, stone-structures with ancient chandeliers and rosewood pews. A little beyond lies Anaimudi, South India's highest peak. In the vicinity is the Eravikulam National Park, the home of the endangered Nilgiri Tahr that roams on a stretch of grassland or is seen climbing the pinnacles of the undulating hills. |
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Pothamedu
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6 km from Munnar |
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Pothamedu offers an excellent view of the tea, coffee and cardamom plantations in Munnar. The rolling hills, the lush mountain and the breathtaking scenery here is ideal for trekking and long mountain walks.
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| Devikulam |
7 kms from Munnar |
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This idyllic hill station with its velvet lawns, exotic flora and fauna and the cool mountain air is a rare experience. The Sita Devi Lake with its mineral waters and picturesque surroundings is a good picnic spot. The lake is also ideal for trout fishing.
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Mattupetty
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13 km from Munnar |
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Situated at a height of 1700 m , Mattupetty is famous for its highly specialised dairy farm, the Indo-swiss live stock project. Over 100 varietes of high yielding cattle are reared here.Visitors are allowed into three of the eleven cattle sheds at the farm.The Mattupetty lake and dam , just a short distance from the farm, is a very beautiful picnic spot. The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala lake are other attractions in the vicinity. DTPC Idukki provides boating facilities on the Mattupetty Dam. Speed Launch and slow speed motor boats are available on hire.
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| Rajamala |
15 kms from Munnar |
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The natural habitat of the Niligiri tahr , Rajamala is 2695 m above sea level. Half the world's population of the rare mountain goat or tahr which is fast becoming extinct, is now found here.The Niligiri tahr in Rajamala are now to be found in small herds found in Eravikulam-Rajamala region. The total number of Niligiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated to be over 1300.
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Echo Point
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15 kms from Munnar |
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This scenic place gets its name from the natural echo phenominon here. Echo point is on the way to Top Station from Munnar.
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Eravikulam National Park
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15 kms from Munnar |
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The 97 sq. km. park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk and is home to the Nilgiri Tahr. The Anamudi peak (2695 m) is located in the Southern region of the park.
Originally established to protect the Nilgiri tahr (Nilgiri Ibex), the Eravikulam National Park is situated in the Devikulam Taluk of the Idukki District. It was declared as a sanctuary in 1975. Considering the ecological, faunal, floral, geo-morphological and zoological significance, it was declared as a National park in 1978. It covers an area of 97 sq kms of rolling grasslands and high level sholas (evergreen forests). The park is breathtakingly beautiful and is easily comparable to the best mountain ranges found anywhere in the world.
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For a relaxed laidback honeymoon where you will get ample time for each other, Kumarakom is the most perfect destination. Earlier a rubber plantation, Kumarakom is a serene and picturesque town in the Kuttanad region of Kerala. The sights such as the mangrove forests, coconut palms, paddy fields, clear lake, vibrant flowers, chirpy birds and fishing net will be common on Honeymoon in Kumarakom.
Honeymoon in Kumarakom can be made unforgettable by undertaking the backwater cruise that begins from Alleppey and concludes at Kumarakom. While celebrating Honeymoon in Kumarakom, visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Vembanand Lake, Punnamada Lake, Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls, Church at Champakulam, Chavara Bhawan and Ambalappuzha Temple. Kottayam, Thekkady, Cochin and Alleppey are near to Kumarakom.
The real fun on Honeymoon in Kumarakom comes from the dream ride in the houseboats, fishing, swimming and canoeing. Give yourself a pamper treatment with soothing Ayurvedic massages and relaxing therapeutic treatments on Honeymoon in Kumarakom. Buy antiques, bamboo canes, camel-bone carving, decorative items made of coconut shells, grass mats, hand woven textiles in ethnic prints, jewelry, metal ware and wood carvings on your Honeymoon in Kumarakom. Shop for fresh and aromatic spices on Honeymoon in Kumarakom and churn out new dishes using them to impress your dear husband back at home. |
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Kovalam is one of the most beautiful and popular beaches in Kerala. Plan your Honeymoon in Kovalam to see the real natural beauty at its best. Kovalam stands true to its name, which means 'Groves of Coconut'. The sandy beaches of Kovalam are lined with swaying coconut palms under which you can relax and chat with each other, sunbath to get a ravishing suntan or watch the people around you in varied activities on Honeymoon in Kovalam.
Kovalam is not just one single beach but cluster of three beaches lined one after another. Visit the Lighthouse Beach, Hawah Beach and Samudra Beach on Honeymoon in Kovalam. Vizhinzam Mosque is worth watching on the Lighthouse Beach. The nearby tourist sights to discover on Honeymoon in Kovalam are Palaruvi Waterfall, Trivandrum, Kollam, Varkala and Thekkady.
Honeymoon in Kovalam comprises of usual beach activities such as strolling on the beaches, relaxing under the coconut palms, sunbathing and trying out tempting seafood delicacies. The adventure in the Honeymoon in Kovalam comes from series of water sports such as swimming, water skiing, kayaking and surfing.Kovalam is also a famous Ayurvedic health center. So pamper your body with the soothing and relaxing Ayurvedic massages. Shopping items at Kovalam include ethnic handicraft, carpets of Kashmir, Rajasthan and Tibet, batik prints, beach mats and leaf paintings that make from interesting souvenirs to take back home after the Honeymoon in Kovalam. |
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Periyar Tiger Reserve, one of the famous Wildlife Sanctuaries in India, spread across 777 Sq. Kms out of which 360 Sq. Kms is thick forest, is one of the best places for viewing wild elephants. There is a 26 Sq. Km. artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar river. A boat cruise on the lake is a great way to watch the wildlife.
Wild animals like the Elephant, Gaur, Sambar Deer and wild boar, which can be easily seen from close quarters during the serene boat ride. Other Mammals like the Nilgiri Thar, the lion tailed macaque, the bonnet macaque, the Malabar giant Squirrel, the flying Squirrel, the Tiger, the jungle cat and the sloth bear are seen only once in a while. Around 265 different species of birds like the Hornbill, stork, woodpecker, kingfisher, raptor, cormorant, grackle, darter etc. can also be seen.
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Periyar National Park
National Park is open from morning 0600 hrs to 1800 hrs daily. Boating is the only way to view the wildlife in Periyar National Park.
Trekking
Trekking is another wonderful way to view the wildlife from close quarters. Early morning trekking to the jungles can be arranged. It will be good if you can carry your trekking boots and gear. 4 days trekking into the Periyar jungles with overnight tent camping can also be arranged.
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Plantation Tours
Spices are found in abundance in Periyar. A guided Plantation tour to familiarize you with different spices and plantations like cardamom, pepper, tea, coffee, cloves, ginger, turmeric, nutmeg, cumin seed, garlic etc. is a main attraction of Thekkady.
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