Thekkady

About Thekkady

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  AttractionsBoating in Periyar Lake

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  Best SeasonSeptember to February

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  Ideal Duration3 Days

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  LanguagesMalayalam, Tamil

A jewel in the crown of Kerala-the land of Kathakali and Kalaripayattu-Thekkady tourism enables you to discover the most pristine spots tucked in the lap of nature.

Thekkady is one of the world's well known and most fascinating wild life reserves – Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary. Thekkady is also a one of the beautiful hill stations in South India. If you are looking for an idyllic getaway featuring natural splendour in all its glory, there are plenty of places to visit in Thekkady. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thekkady is spread across 777 sq km and is well known for its wild life and scenic beauty. The main attraction in Thekkady is the boat cruise on Periyar Lake. During the boat ride, you can spot the wild life (elephants, Indian Gaur, Monkeys, Spotted deer, barking deer and birds of myriad varieties)in the close quarter.

Stay in a Treehouse- Special Activity offered by Iris Holidays

Treehouse stay in Thekkady offers tremendous scenic beauty located in deep thick cardamom plantations. Any one with an adventurous turn of mind can choose to stay in the Erumadam - a tree top wood cabin with local interiors attatched bathroom, surrounded by a balcony.

Thekkady Tourist Places

If Kerala is God’s Own Country, Thekkady is the true abode of God.

Explore this pictorial town amidst the rolling hills and scenic meadows during Thekkady tourism to know how alluring Mother Nature can be.

A journey to the places to visit in Thekkady will take you through unending chains of hills with scented spice plantations.

Whether a nature enthusiast or leisure, honeymooner or a casual vacationer, these rugged terrains and locales of Thekkady district will yearn you for more and more.

Periyar National Park: Pride of God’s Own Country, this wildlife-protected area is one of the best places to visit in Thekkady that is an indigenous home to some of the rarest, exotic, and endangered wildlife species in India.

Periyar Lake: While visiting the abode of the wild, you simply cannot miss out the alluring Periyar Lake in Thekkady. Making its way through the wildlife-protected area, this artificial lake tops the list of Thekkady tourist places. A boat ride or cruise in this alluring lake is one of the best things to do in the Thekkady district.

Murikkady: Seated around 5 km from Thekkady, there is this one place that can easily mesmerize you with its promising beauty. Adorned by unending cardamom, pepper, and coffee plantations, a visit to Murikkady is a fun-frolic experience during your Thekkady tourism.

Mudra Cultural Centre: One of the must-visit places to visit in Thekkady, Mudra Cultural Centre is famous for cultural events that involve the traditional dance form Kathakali and India’s oldest form of martial arts, Kalarippayattu.

Mangla Devi Temple: A major attraction during Thekkady tourism, Mangla Devi Temple is a symbol of moral powers possessed by a woman. 

Abraham’s Spice Garden: With scenic charm and picturesque view of gardens, This spice-scented place tops the list of Thekkady tourist places. 

Truly blessed by abundant natural beauty, Thekkady tourist places boast of beautiful wildlife reserves, pristine slopes, verdant tea and coffee gardens, and religious temples. 

Plan your Thekkady tourism with us and explore this heavenly tourist destination with its cool climate, panoramic vistas and lush greenery.