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Mattanchery Palace

A stone's throw away from the mad bustling crowed city of Cochin, is Mattanchery a small typical Kerala village steeped in history. Mattanchery has been an important trading centre for the past few centuries. The town … [Read more...]

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Ilaveezhapoonchira, Kerala, India

Located at distance of 55 kms from Kottayam and 20 kms from Thodupuzha, this is another picnic spot located in the midst of the beautiful hillocks near Kanjar. Spread over a thousand acres, this beautiful land locked by … [Read more...]

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Poonjar Palace

The Poonjar Palace is a magnificent testimony to the royal luxury of a bygone era. An extraordinary royal collection of antiques and exquisite furniture including a palanquin, a thoni carved out of a single piece of wood … [Read more...]

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Perumthenaruvi

Perumthenaruvi, which literally means Honey River, mazes its way through Vechuchira-Naranammoozhi villages in Ranni taluk of Pathanamthitta. Here, the water flows down a rocky bed into a ravine, sixty to on hundred feet … [Read more...]

Mathoor

Mathoor

Mathoor is a sleepy little hamlet on the border of Trivandrum and Tamil Nadu. From Thiruvattoor, Mathoor is just two and a half kilometres away. The bridge here, perhaps is the highest irrigation bridge in Asia. The road … [Read more...]

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Kuthiramalika, Kerala, India

Kuthiramalika, which literaly means Horse Bungalow, takes its name from the roof beams that are carved to resemble the faces of horses. This palace was designed by efficient sculptors from Tanjore. Single stone carved … [Read more...]

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Muthanga wildlife

An ideal destination to watch herds of wild elephants, the Muthanga wildlife sanctuary is contiguous with the protected area network of the Nagarhole National Park and the Bandipur Tiger Reserve in the neighbouring state … [Read more...]

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St. Angelo’s Fort, Kerala, IN

History sleeps in this massive triangular laterite fort, replete with a moat and flanking bastions, the St. Angelo's Fort also called Kannur Fort was constructed by the first Portuguese Viceroy, Don Francesco de Almeida … [Read more...]

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Beypore – Ancient ship building centre, Kerala, IN

The old world charm of this ancient ship building centre near Calicut in north Kerala is enchanting. Here, the time stands still as the specialist craftsmen design and shape "Uru"s (traditional vessels). During the … [Read more...]

Vazhvanthol

Vazhvanthol

Vazhvanthol is a natural waterfall situated at the acknowledged home of natural waterfalls- Western Ghats, famous for its calmness and serenity for ages. The meeting point of two rivers falling down to the bottom of the … [Read more...]

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Vagamon, Kerala, IN

Vagamon is not just any other verdant spot. It is an exciting blend of religious mysticism and European legacy. A very ideal tourist spot surrounded by the greenery of tea gardens, beautiful meadows, deep puzzling … [Read more...]

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Bhoothathankettu, Kerala, IN

A scenic damsite with boating facilities is situated in a vast virgin forest. Historical background, beauty accompanied legends make Bhoothathankettu unique and makes it a dreamland for the tourists. The forest on the … [Read more...]

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Kaviyoor rock cut temple

This temple is cut out from a rock four miles north-east of Thiruvalla in Alleppey district. On stylistic evidences it is dated to the 9th century AD. The usual orientation of a Siva shrine is to face west,or east and … [Read more...]

Illickal-Mala

Illickal Mala

Illickal is a beautiful hill in Kottayam district. Numerous mountain streams in this peak, 6000 ft. above sea level, flow down to form the serene Meenachil River. The solitude, the tranquility, the gentle breeze and the … [Read more...]

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Pullumedu, Sree Ayyappa Temple

The winding journey to this hill along the Periyar River, offers a stunning view of hills draped in lush greenery. Velvet lawns and rare flora and fauna add to the beauty of Pullumedu. The famous Sree Ayyappa Temple at … [Read more...]