Places to Visit in Idukki

Places to Visit in Idukki

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Peermede
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Hill
Peermede is a hill station, located south of the Idukki District and in the midst of the Cardomom hills of the Western Ghats. The region is renowned for the production of various kinds of spices. The name of the destination is derived from the name of a Sufi Saint, Peer Mohammad. The... Read More »
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  • Dams
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Idukki Arch Dam
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Dam
Idukki Arch Dam, a hydroelectric project, is built across the Periyar River. The project comprises an underground power generator, 20 small and big dams, five rivers and some underground tunnels. It is situated between two mountains, the Kuravan and the Kurathi hills, and is considered Asia's... Read More »
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Nadukani
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Picnic Spot
Nadukani, a popular picnic spot, is at an elevation of around 3000 ft above sea level. The site offers views of the Blue Mountains on one side and River Muvattupuzha on the other side. Read More »
Ramakkalmedu
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Hill
Ramakkalmedu is a hill station located in the Idukki District. It is situated on the Kerala-Tamil Nadu state border and is home to numerous attractions, such as the Periyar Tiger Forest, Munnar, Kuttikanam, Parunthumpara and spice farms. The name of this site is a combination of the... Read More »
Painavu
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Other
Painavu is the district headquarters of the Idukki District and is renowned for its beautiful natural surroundings. The Cheruthoni Dam lies on the way to Painavu. The site attracts a lot of trekkers. Read More »
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Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Sanctuary
The Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary was established by Dr. Salim Ali, a renowned ornithologist of India, in 1983. It is situated in the Kothamangalam region of the Idukki District and is home to around 500 species of rare birds. It is covered with thick tropical deciduous and evergreen forests... Read More »
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HolidayIQ Award 2012

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  • Dams
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Arch Dam
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Dam
Idukki arch dam is the world's second and Asia's first Arch Dam constructed across the Kuravan & Kurathi hills. It is 650 ft in breadth and 550 ft in height and lies close to the much smaller Cheruthoni barrage. To the west is the Kulamavu Dam. The underground Power House at Moolamattam... Read More »
Hill View Park
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Park
Hill View Park is a natural garden located in the vicinity of the Idukki Arch Dam and Cheruthoni Dam. It is spread over an area of 8 acres of land and offers views of the surrounding Cheruthoni region and the entire Idukki region. The park is at a height of around 350 ft above dam water level and... Read More »
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Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Sanctuary
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Thodupuzha and the Udumbanchola taluks of Idukki. The sanctuary is at a height ranging between 450 m to 748 m above sea level and spreads over an area of about 77 sq km. The reservoir, located in the sanctuary, is the prime water source and is formed by... Read More »
Mangala Devi Temple
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Religious
Mangala Devi Temple is an ancient shrine located at a distance of around 15 km from Thekkady. Hidden by dense forests and hills, the shrine is situated on the top of a peak that is around 1337 m above sea level. This temple represents the traditional Kerala style of architecture. The temple is... Read More »
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Kurinjimala Sanctuary
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Sanctuary
The Kurinjimala Sanctuary is famous for the Neelakurinji, a blue flower that grows in abundance in the Idduki and Munnar regions. The name of the sanctuary is derived from the word Kurinjimala, which means the mountain of Kurinji flowers. The forest department organises a Neelakurinji Festival in... Read More »
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Thumpachi Calveri Samuchayam
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Picnic Spot
Thumpachi Calveri Samuchayam is amongst the most popular picnic spots located within Idukki. Besides being an ideal site for meditation and relaxation, the site offers beautiful views of sunrise and sunset. Read More »
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Kulamavu Dam
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Dam
Kulamavu Dam is one of the major power projects operating on the River Periyar, the largest river in Kerala. The project is funded by the Government of Canada and is supported by the waters of the Cheruthoni and Idukki dams. The water of the dam is directed through a power tunnel that... Read More »
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Cheruthoni Dam
Rank 14
Ranked 14 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Dam
The Cheruthoni Dam is built across the Cheruthoni River, which is one of the major tributaries of the Periyar River. The dam supplies hydroelectric power to the region. Vazhathope, Karimban, Thadiyanpadu, Manjappara and Maniyarankudi villages are located close to this dam. Read More »
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Kalvari Mount
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Hill
Kalvari Mount, also known as the Calvary Mount, lies in the vicinity of Thekkady, on the way to Kattappana. The mountain provides beautiful views of the Idukki Reservoir as well as the two prominent tribal villages of the region, namely Kamakshy and Mariyapuram. Elephants can also be seen roaming... Read More »
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Malankara Reservoir
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Dam
The Malankara Reservoir is situated at a distance of around 6 km from Thodupuzha. This artificial lake is considered ideal for boating and fishing. The site is backed by a tail-gate of the Moolamattom Power House, constructed for managing the water of the Malankara Dam and the Malankara... Read More »
Palkulamedu
Rank 18
Ranked 18 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Other
Palkulamedu is located at a distance of around 12 km from Idukki and is popular for providing beautiful views of Kochi, Alappuzha and other nearby towns. It is situated at an elevation of around 3125 m above sea level and is entirely covered with thick and dense forests. Read More »
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Thommankuthu Falls
Rank 19
Ranked 19 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Water Fall
The Thommankuthu Falls is named after Thomman, a tribal leader, who fell into this waterfall while crossing the river. Known as the Seven Steps Waterfall, this fall has a pool and a cascade after each step. It is located at a distance of around 17 km from Thodupuzha town and has a height of... Read More »
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Keezharkuthu Falls
Rank 20
Ranked 20 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Water Fall
The Keezharkuthu Falls is at a height of about 1500 m and is located amidst thick and lush green forests. Various kinds of medicinal plants are grown here and are used for preparing ayurvedic medicines. This site is considered ideal for mountaineering, rock climbing and camp tracking. Read More »
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Pothamadu
Rank 21
Ranked 21 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Other
Pothamadu is known for its rich plantations of cardamom, tea and coffee. It is situated in the vicinity of Munnar and on the rolling hills which has thick evergreen forest cover. Read More »
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Nedumkandam hill
Rank 22
Ranked 22 of 21
Places to Visit in Idukki
  • Type: Hill
Nedumkandam is the capital of Idduki. It is a hilly region with picturesque landscapes and scenic beauty. The observatory hill here is a perfect location for people who love watching heavenly bodies as the sky here is clear and free of pollution. Nedumkandam is a longish town extending... Read More »

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