Idukki

Idukki is a beautiful hill station located in Kerala. Idukki is the place you want to be to unwind and relax and forget all tensions of the world. The name Idukki has been derived from the Malayalam word "idukku", which means narrow gorge. Traveling to Idukki is an experience in itself as the place offers a great combination of traditional and modern comforts. Check out our various related sections that shall provide information on when and where to travel in Idukki. There are many places of interest that are worth the visit in Idukki. The famous wildlife sanctuaries located in this place are a paradise for nature lovers and photographers. Special Holidays with very attractive and discounted packages and hotel bookings. The hill station offers plenty of opportunities to treat your eyes. The mist clouds on hills, the velvety green landscapes and the early morning dew drops, all lend that magical charm to your holiday in Idukki. Take a trek on the steep hills or ride an elephant while going for a plantation tour. Soak yourself completely in the tranquil surroundings of Idukki and feel fresh, re-energized and rejuvenated again.

Idukki Attractions
Cheeyappara Waterfalls
Cheeyappara Waterfalls : The Cheeyappara and Valara waterfalls are located between Neriamangalam and Adimali on the Kochi - Madurai highway. The Cheeyappara Falls cascades down in seven steps. It is a real feast for the eyes. This is also a great place for trekking. Special Holidays with very attractive and discounted packages and hotel bookings.

Vagamon Hill Station (Wagamon)
It is a very ideal tourist spot surrounded by the greenery of tea gardens, beautiful meadows, deep puzzling valleys and dales.

Munnar Hill Station
Munnar, was the most popular summer resorts during the British reign and is still a very well known hill station. Located at an altitude of 1800m above sea level, this 'Kashmir of the East' is the first hill resort in the State.

The chilly climate here is ideal for cultivating tea. It is home to one of the biggest tea plantations in the world- the Kannan Devan Tea Plantations. The sight of mist topped tea plantations spread across acres of Munnar, is indeed soothing to the eye. Special Holidays with very attractive and discounted packages and hotel bookings.

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is 60Kms away from Devikulam. Located in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats, the sanctuary occupies the forested region on either side of the Marayoor - Udumalped road.

Iravikkulam National Park :
Iravikkulam National Park spread over 97sq.kms with Barren hills, meadows, rock rafts and wild animals will fascinate any one.

Mangaladevi Temple
Mangaladevi Temple : This temple is 13km. from Kumily. Built in the Pandian style of architecture, this temple is centuries old and stands in the thick forest it situates Kerala-Tamilnadu boundary. Indian travel agent gives special discounted hotel from budget hotels to Deluxe hotels in India.

St Thomas Church :
Located 8 km from Thodupuzha, St Thomas Church is believed to be the oldest one in Idukki, around 600 years old

Sri Krishnaswamy Temple
Sri Krishnaswamy Temple :- The temple dedicated to Lord Krishna was built by the king of Keezhmalainad who ruled from Karikodu.

Annamalai Temple :
3 km from the centre of Thodupuzha is the Annamalai Temple which is around 1800 years old. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is fortunately one of those temples that remain in their original form, devoid of any destruction. Indian travel agent gives special discounted hotel from budget hotels to Deluxe hotels in India.

Idukki Arch Dam :
The Idukki Arch Dam is the second Arch Dam of the world while it is first for the continent of Asia. It rises to a height of 550 ft. high and extends to and width of 650 ft.

Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary :
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is close to the Idukki Arch Dam and covers a part of the Thodupuzha and Udumpanchola taluks of Idukki district The animals that can be sighted here include Elephants, Deers, Bears, Wild Pigs, Tigers and Leopards. Also to be seen are snakes like Python, Cobra, Ciper, Rat Snake, Iguana and birds like Hornbills, Wood Peckers and King Fishers. Incredible India Tours with Indian Travel agent.

Sanctuary Watch Towers :
There are three watch towers for observing wild life - at Edappalayam and Manakkavala and Thannikudi. Reservations can be made at the Forest Information Counter, Thekkady.

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary :
One of the well known wildlife sanctuaries in the south, Periyar Sanctuary attracts a large number of nature lovers every year. Also called the Thekkady Wildlife Sanctuary, this place is ideal for watching the animals in their natural habitat.

Mangla Devi Temple :
Mangala devi temple, the ancient temple is located 15 kms from Thekkady The temple is built in the traditional Kerala style of architecture. Visitors are allowed here only on the Chithra Pournami festival day. Incredible India Tours with Indian Travel agent.