Tuesday, 29 January 2013

ഒരു പുതിയ ജൈത്രയാത്രയ്ക്ക്‌ ഞങ്ങള്‍ തുടക്കം കുറിക്കുന്നു . ഉള്‍കഴ്ച്ചയിലെക് ഹാര്‍ധമായ സ്വാഗതം


എല്ലാ യാത്രകളും പുതിയ  കലത്തിലെ പുതിയ  വൈവിധ്യങ്ങള്‍ തേടിയുള്ളതാണ് . ഞങ്ങള്‍  നിങ്ങള്‍ക്ക് വേണ്ടി  പഴയ കളത്തിലേക്ക്‌  ഒരു  യാത്ര നടത്തി . ഈ  യാത്രയില്‍ ഞങ്ങള്‍  കണ്ടെത്തിയ കേരളത്തിന്‍റെ  തനത്  ശൈലിയും പാരമ്പര്യവും നിങ്ങള്‍ക്ക് വേണ്ടി വിളമ്പുവാന്‍ സമയമായി . ഗതകാല സ്മരണകള്‍ ഉണര്‍ത്തി  തനതു സംസ്കാരം  ഒട്ടും ചോര്‍ന്നു പോകാതെ ഞങ്ങള്‍ വിളമ്പുന്നു .....!!!!!!!
                  ജൈവ  വൈവിധ്യങ്ങളുടെയും ചരിത്ര ശേഷിപ്പുകളുടെയും ഒരു സംഗമ കേന്ദ്രമാണ്  കേരളം . ഇവടെ  വരുന്ന സഞ്ചാരികള്‍ക്ക് ഈ ഭുമി നല്‍കുന്നത് ആത്മീയ നിര്‍വിതിയും , പ്രക്രതിയുടെ  നിറകാഴ്ചയും  നിറഞ്ഞ സന്തോഷവുമാണ് .
                 ലോകം ശാസ്ത്രമേഖലയിലും , സാങ്കേതികമേഖയിലും മറ്റു എല്ലാ പ്രവര്‍ത്തന മേഖലയിലും വന്‍ കുതിചുച്ചട്ടം നടത്തിക്കൊണ്ടിരിക്കുകയാണ്. ലോകത്തിന്‍റെ കഴ്ച്ചപാടും ഒരുപാടു മാറികൊണ്ടിരിക്കുന്ന ഈ കാലഘട്ടത്തിന്‍റെ  കുതിച്ചു ചട്ടത്തിനടയില്‍ പലരും ഒരുപാടു കര്‍ത്തവ്യങ്ങള്‍  മറന്നു കൊണ്ടിരിക്കുകയാണ് മലയാളിയായ പലര്‍ക്കും കേരളത്തെ കുറിച്ചോ, അതിന്‍റെ തനിമയെ കുറിച്ചോ, അതിന്റെ പൈത്ര്കതെത്തെ കുറിച്ചോ അറിയാന്‍ അവര്‍ക്ക് ഒട്ടും സമയമില്ല .കാലത്തിന്‍റെ വേഗതയാര്‍ന്ന ജീവിതത്തിനിടയില്‍ മറന്നുപോയ ചില ഏടുകള്‍ ചികഞ്ഞെടുക്കാന്‍ ശ്രമിക്കുകയാണ് ഞങ്ങള്‍ .
               കേരളത്തിന്‍റെ ചരിത്രത്തെയും, അവയുടെ പാരമ്പര്യത്തെയും, പുതിയ പദ്ധതികളെയും, പ്രകൃതി സൗന്ദര്യവും വിനോദ സഞ്ചാര കേന്ദ്രങ്ങളും, മഞ്ഞും, മലയും, കുന്നും, കുന്നിന്‍ ചെരിവുകളും, കോട്ടയും, ക്ഷേത്രവും, പള്ളിയും, ചര്‍ച്ചും, മറ്റു മതകേന്ദ്രങ്ങളും, ഭക്ഷണ രീതിയും, ഭക്ഷണ ശൈലിയും, ഭക്ഷണ ചേരുവകളും, മതപരമായ ഉത്സവങ്ങളും, മാറ്റ് ആഘോഷങ്ങളും,കായലും, കരയും, കടലും, പുഴയും, അരുവികളും, മറ്റ് സംസ്കാരിക സാമൂഹിക കലകളും ഡ്രീം കേരളയില്‍ ഉള്‍പെടുത്തിയിരിക്കുന്നു, മറ്റു ബ്ലോഗ്ഗില്‍നിന്നും വീക്ഷിക്കുന്നവരെ ഒട്ടും  മടുപ്പ് പിടിപ്പികാതെ വളരെ ലളിതമായി ആവിഷ്കരിച്ച് അവയെ നിങ്ങളുടെ വിരല്‍തുമ്പില്‍ എത്തിക്കുവാന്‍ ശ്രമിക്കുകയാണ് ഞങ്ങള്‍ .
                  കടന്നുവന്ന നവോഥാന നായകന്മാരെയും , സംസകരിക സാമൂഹിക പരിവര്‍ത്തന പ്രവര്‍ത്തകരെയും , നമ്മെ സൃഷ്ട്ട്ടിച്ച   സ്ര്ഷട്ടാവിനെയും  സ്മരിച്ചുകൊണ്ട് ഒരു പുതിയ ജൈത്രയാത്രയ്ക്ക്‌ ഞങ്ങള്‍ തുടക്കം കുറിക്കുന്നു .
ഉള്‍കഴ്ച്ചയിലെക് ഹാര്‍ധമായ സ്വാഗതം .....!!!!!!!!!!
            

Tuesday, 22 January 2013

Caves In My Kerala

       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      
Kaviyoor Trikkukkudi Cave Temple


The Kaviyoor Trikkukkudi Cave Temple, also known as the Rock Cut Cave Temple, is of historical importance and is preserved as a monument by the Archaeological Department. It bears close resemblance to the Pallava style of architecture and has prompted historians to date it to a period as early as the eighth century AD...!!!!! ;))


The engravings here are among the earliest specimens of stone sculptures in Kerala. Enshrined in a square cave is the main deity of the shrine, Lord Shiva, represented in the ' Shivalinga' which is about three feet high and carved out of rock. The shrine also has idols ofGanapathy, Maharshi and Dwarapalakas.

Another noted shrine in Kaviyoor is the Hanuman Temple which stands on a small hillock and is built in the gable style architecture peculiar to Kerala.


This cave location is about 5 km east of Thiruvalla,Pathanamthitta district,south Kerala and Nearest railway station: Thiruvalla, about 5 km from Kaviyoor.Nearest airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 119 km from Pathanamthitta...!!!! :))

Visit hear and enjoy your life....!!!!!!! ;)))

 


 



Edakkal Cave, wayanad 


The name “Edakkal” literally means “a stone in between”, and this describes how the cave is formed by a heavy boulder straddling a fissure in the rock. Inside the cave is on two levels, the lower chamber measures about 18 feet long by 12 feet wide and 10 feet high and can be entered through an opening of 5 x 4 feet. A passage opposite the entrance leads upward to a small aperture in the roof through which one climbs up to the next storey whose interior is about 96 feet long, 22 feet wide, and 18 feet high. Light enters the cave through a big gap at the right-hand corner of the roof where the boulder does not touch the facing wall.!!!:()

The Colonial Discovery of the Caves On a hunting trip to  wayanad in 1890, Fred- Fawcett, the then superintendent of police of the Malabar District, happened to see a Neolithic Celt (stone axe or chisel) recovered from the coffee estate of Colin Mackenzie. An enthusiast in prehistory, Fawcett made local enquiries and went round exploring the Wayanad high ranges. In the course of his rambles he was shown the Edakkal rock-shelter situated on the western side of Edakkalmala...!!!!! :)))

Visit hear and enjoy your life....!!!!!!! ;)))


 



  



 Kottukal Kal Thrikovil Cave Temple 



The temple known as Kottukal Kal Thrikovil Cave Temple has two square rooms with the main deity of Lord Ganapathy in between. The other deities include Lord Siva in the form of Siva Lingam, Hanuman and Nandikeswara. A Mandapam (roof) in front of one of the rooms stands testimony to the skill of those who build this temple from a single piece of rock. The temple premise also has a well that never dries up.!!! :()

carved out from a gigantic piece of rock, lying in the middle of a paddy field. From a distance this architectural wonder gives the impression of a sleeping elephant.
The location of this temple is Chadayamangalam in Kollam district is one such temple, virtually and
you getting road 10 km East of MC Road from Chadayamangalam....!!! ;)))

Visit hear and enjoy your life....!!!!!!! ;)))

എല്ലാ യാത്രകളും പുതിയ  കലത്തിലെ പുതിയ  വൈവിധ്യങ്ങള്‍ തേടിയുള്ളതാണ് ..!!!!

Saturday, 12 January 2013

Famous Forts In My Kerala

                                                                                                                          
Anchuthengu Fort in Kerala

The Historic Remains Of The Anchuthengu Fort In Thiruvananthapuram Built By The English East India Company In The 17th Century, And An Adjoining Cemetery Are Noteworthy Relics Of This First Major British Trading Station On The Malabar Coast......!!!!!!!!


Significance
First Major British Trading Station On The Malabar Coast.


General Information
Location   : 36 Kms From Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Origin      : 17th Century.
Built By   : British East India Company.

Prime Attractions Of Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram)

Aaranmula Boat Race
The Aaranmula Boat Race Is Staged Each Year In The Scenic Village Of Aaranmula In August/ September. This River Carnival Is Part Of The Aaranmula Temple Festival.

Varkala Beach
Varkala Is A Sea Side Resort, As Well As An Important Hindu Centre Of Pilgrimage. High Cliffs With Rich Mineral Springs Rise Majestically From The Coastline.....!!!!!!!! :)

   


Kerala Pallippuram  in Fort



Situated On The Northern Fringe Of The Vypeen Island, Pallippuram Fort Was Built In 1507 AD, By The Portugese. It Is Considered To Be The First Fort Built In India By The Europeans.
It Witnessed Several Battles Between The Portugese And The Dutch. The Hexagonal-shaped Fort Has Three Storeys And Is Now A Protected Monument.
One Of The Oldest Existing European Monuments In India, Pallippuram Fort Was Captured By The Dutch In 1661 AD And Finally Sold To The State Of Travancore In 1789 AD. The Catholic Church At Pallippuram Is An Important Pilgrim Centre For The Christians.

Significance

One Of Oldest Remaining European Monuments In India.

General Information

Location:Ernakulam, Kerala.

Origin   :1503 AD.
Built In  :1507 AD
Built By  :Portuguese





Prime Attractions Of Cochin (Kochi)
Bolghatty Palace

A Scenic Island Near The City Of Ernakulam, Bolghatty Is Famous For The Bolghatty Palace Built By The Dutch In 1744 AD.
Dutch Palace
Originally Built By The Portuguese In The Mid-16th Century, The Dutch Palace Or Mattancherry Palace Is Located At Mattancherry.
It Was Presented To The Kochi Maharaja In 1555 AD And Later Taken Over By The Dutch Who Carried Out Repairs And Extended It Further

Fort Kochi Beach
A Leisurely Walk Through The Lanes Of The City Is The Best Way To Discover Historic Fort Kochi.

An Obscure Fishing Village That Became The First European Township In India, Kochi Has An Eventful And Colourful History.

Jewish Synagogue
The Oldest Synagogue In India, It Was Built In 1586 AD By The Prosperous Jewish Community Whose Links With Kerala Began In Kodungalloor In Northern Kerala.......!!!!!! :)

Palakkad Fort In Kerala


Palakkad Fort, The Old Granite Fort Situated In The Very Heart Of Palakkad Town Is One Of The Best Preserved In Kerala. It Was Built By Haider Ali Of Mysore, In 1766 AD.


The Fort Was Taken Over And Modified By The British In 1790 AD. Also Known As Tipu's Fort, Palakkad Fort Was Supposedly Built To Hasten Communication Between Coimbatore And The West Coast.

In 1784 AD, After A Siege Lasting Eleven Days, The British Colonel, Fullerton Stormed The Fort. It Later Fell Into The Hands Of The Zamorin's Troops But Was Recaptured By The British In 1790 AD.

Martyr's Column, Open Air Auditorium Called "Rappadi" Are Located In The Spacious Grounds Of The Fort, Now Preserved By The Archaeological Survey Of India. There Is Also A Children's Park On One Of The Sides Of The Fort.....!!!!!! ;))

General Information

Location  :Palakkad, Kerala.
Built By    :Haider Ali.
Built In     :1790








Bekal Fort In Kerala



Bekal Fort, Which Is The Largest And The Best-preserved Fort In Kerala Is The Most Important Monument Of The Region. This Fort, Located On The Highway, Is Believed To Have Been Built In The 1650's By Sivappa Naik Of The Ikkeri Dynasty. Later It Was Transferred To Hyder Ali Of Mysore And Then To The British.
The Sea Bastions, Underground Tunnels And The Observation Tower Are Impressive.
An Old Mosque Is Situated Very Near The Fort, Which Is Believed To Be Built By Tipu Sultan. History Sleeps Here Among The Lonely Battlements Of The Bekal Fort By The Sea Shore.

This Landscape Of Ethereal Quality, Its Never-ending Grasslands And Sea Views Possess All The Potential To Be Developed Into A Superb Tourist Destination.
The Bekal Fort Is Located On A Vast 35-acre Headland That Runs Into The Arabian Sea.

This Imposing Structure Of Laterite Rising 130 Ft. Above Sea Level Has A Chequered History Of 300 Years ,which Adds To Its Interest As An Archaeology Site. Due To Its Historic Relevance, The Fort Is Controlled By The Archaeological Survey Of India.


General Information

Speciality
Largest Fort In Kerala.
Location  :Bekal, Kerala.
Built By   :Sivappa Naik
Built In   :1650 A.D.
Prime Attractions Of Kasaragod

Anandasram

This Internationally Renowned Spiritual Centre Founded By Swami Ramdas In 1939, Offers A Quiet, Peaceful Ambience Best Suited For Meditation And Spiritual Studies. A 40 Minutes Drive Away, Is The Unique Valiyaparamba Backwater Stretch.

The Most Scenic Backwaters Of Kerala, It Is Fed By Four Rivers And Is Dotted With Numerous Islands. Valiyaparamba Is Perhaps The Most Scenic Backwaters Of Kerala. A Cruise Centre Offering Exciting Boat Rides Will Soon Be Opened Here.....!!!!!! ;)






Thalassery Fort In Kerala



Thalaserry Fort, Located At A Distance Of 22 Kms From Kannur Constructed In 1708 AD Was The Military Centre Of The British.

In 1708 AD, When The British East India Company Established Its Settlement On The Malabar Coast, They Built The Thalaserry Fort, As A Testimonial To Their Colonial Imperialism.

The Square Fort, With Its Massive Walls, Secret Tunnels To The Sea And Intricately Carved Huge Doors, Is An Imposing Structure.

The Fort Was Once The Nucleus Of Thalaserry's Development.It Is Now A Historical Monument.

The Sports Authority Of India Gymnastic Centre, An Old Muslim Mosque, The Jagannatha Temple And Thiruvangadi Sree Rama Swami Temple Are Other Attractions Nearby......!!!!! :)

General Information
Location  :22 Kms From Kannur, Kerala.
Origin      :1708 AD.
Main Attraction
Jagannatha Temple, Thiruvadi Sree Rama Swami Temple.

Built By  :British
Prime Attractions Of Kannur

Bolghatty Palace

A Scenic Island Near The City Of Ernakulam, Bolghatty Is Famous For The Bolghatty Palace Built By The Dutch In 1744 AD.

Dutch Palace Originally Built By The Portuguese In The Mid-16th Century, The Dutch Palace Or Mattancherry Palace Is Located At Mattancherry.

It Was Presented To The Kochi Maharaja In 1555 AD And Later Taken Over By The Dutch Who Carried Out Repairs And Extended It Further.


Fort Kochi Beach A Leisurely Walk Through The Lanes Of The City Is The Best Way To Discover Historic Fort Kochi.

An Obscure Fishing Village That Became The First European Township In India, Kochi Has An Eventful And Colourful History.

Jewish Synagogue


The Oldest Synagogue In India, It Was Built In 1586 AD By The Prosperous Jewish Community Whose Links With Kerala Began In Kodungalloor In Northern Kerala


 



St. Angelo Fort in Kerala




St. Angelo Fort, The Sea Front Fort Was Constructed In 1505 AD By The First Portuguese Viceroy Don Francisco De Almeda With The Consent Of The Ruling Kolathiri Raja.
After Changing Hands From The Portuguese To The Dutch And Then To The English, The Fort Became One Of The Important Military Centers Of The British In Malabar. A Huge Triangular Structure Built Of Laterite, With A Moat And Strong Flanking Bastions.

St. Angelo Fort Was Captured By The Dutch From The Portugese In 1663 AD And Sold Off To Ali Raja Of Kannur In 1772 AD. The British Rebuilt It And Made It The Most Important Military Base In Malabar For Their Soldiers During The British Colonial Rule, After Capturing It In 1790 AD.

The Fort, Which Is Now Under The Archaeological Survey Of India, Offers Fascinating Views Of The Mappila Bay Fishing Harbour And Dharmadam Island.....!!!!!!! :)

Significance
Historical
Served As A Military Base For The British.

Wednesday, 9 January 2013

Wildlife In My Kerala


Kerala is a land bestowed with ultimate natural wealth. This vivid geography holds a great biodiversity which can be witnessed in the well maintained Kerala wildlife sanctuaries.
                                                   
The state boasts off 11,125 sq km area of forest cover which is almost 29 % of total area of Kerala. That is why; it is home to 5 National park and 13 wildlife sanctuaries. All these parks and Sanctuaries are notable for their exquisite natural wealth and often visited by wildlife travelers across the world....!!!!!!! ;)))



                                                

The major fauna of the Keralas wildlife sanctuaries includes Elephants, gaur, sambar, deer, wild dogs, jungle cats, tigers, wild boars, sloth bears, leopards, lion tailed macaques, Nilgiri Tahrs, langur, malabar giant squirrel, flying squirrel, tiger,panthers, spotted deer, grizzled giant squirrels, Hanuman langurs, peacocks, star tortoises, wild dogs, civet cats, The Atlas moth, bonnet, macaques, Loris, mongoose, foxen, bears, barking deer, pangolins, bison, bears etc.

The wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala provides shelter to several species of reptiles such as Cobra, Viper, krait, a number of non poisonous snakes, bi-colored frogs, crocodiles, varanur pond terrapins, cane turtles, star tortoises, geckoes, skunks, chameleons, spectacled cobras, pythons, green keel backs, rat snakes, vine snakes, monitor lizards etc...

Apart from mammals and reptiles, it is home to the several species of residential and migratory avian life for instance Water fowl, Cuckoo, Owl, Egret, Heron, Water duck, Migratory Siberian Duck, Jungle fowls, Mynas, Laughing thrushes, Black bulbuls, Peafowls, Woodpeckers, Kingfishers, The hornbill, Stork, Raptor, Darter, Cormorant, Grackle, Cluster, Indian rollers, Common snipes, Crow pheasants, Jungle nightjars, Kites, Grey drongos, Malabar trogons, Large pied wagtails, Baya sparrows, Grey jungle fowls, Indian hill mynas, Robins, Jungle babblers, Sunbirds, Peacocks, Crimson-throated barbets, Bee-eaters, Shrikes, Fairy bluebirds, Grey-headed fishing eagles, Black winged kites, Night herons, Grey hornbills, Malabar hornbills and more than 253 additional species including migrant birds..

As far as the flora of the wildlife sanctuaries are concerned, it includes teak, maruthu, karimaruthi, rosewood, ventek, vengal, chadachi, mazhukanjiram, bamboo, neem, nanjanathi, sandal, dendrocalamous, marythu, vaka, mulluvenka etc. and over 1800 flowering plants, including 171 grass species, 143 species of orchids etc.....! this may kerala wildlife style.....!!!!!! :) ;)

Wednesday, 2 January 2013

Top 15 Waterfalls In My Kerala




1. Soochipara Fall


Soochipara Waterfalls is another beautiful waterfall in Wayanad. Waterfall can be seen from a far which is a beautiful view. To reach the waterfall, one has to trek down 2kms through dense equitorial forest over steep rocks. Soochipara Falls also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is a spectacular three-tiered waterfalls in Vellarimala, Wayanad, surrounded by Deciduous, Wet Evergreen and Tropical Montane (Shola) forests. Locally referred to as Soochipara ("Soochi" meaning "Needle" and "Para" meaning "Rock"), the 15-20 minute drive from Meppadi to Sentinel Rock Waterfalls offers scenic views of some of the best tea estates in Wayanad. The Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is 200 metres (656 feet) and offers a cliff face that is ideal for rock climbing.........!!!!!!!!!! ;)

                                                    




   2. Athirappilly Falls





                         Athirappilly Falls is situated in Athirappilly panchayath in Thrissur district of Kerala, on the southwest coast of India.

Located on the west-flowing Chalakudy River near the Vazhachal Forest Division and the Sholayur ranges, this 24-metre (80 ft) waterfall and the nearby Vazhachal Falls are popular tourist destinations.
The Chalakudy River,145 kilometres (90 mi) long, originates in the Anamudi mountains (Western Ghats) and flows through the Vazhachal Forest toward the Arabian Sea. Forest wildlife includes the Asiatic elephant, tiger, leopard, bison, sambar, and lion-tailed macaque. Plantations in the area contain teak, bamboo, and eucalyptus. The river initially runs smoothly but becomes more turbulent as it nears Athirappilly. At Athirappilly Falls, the water surges around big rocks and cascades down in three separate plumes. Below the falls, the river remains turbulent for about 1 kilometre (0.6 mi) until it reaches Kannamkuzhi. Then it calms and flows smoothly until reaching the dam at Imburmuzhi.


The railway station nearest Athirappilly Falls is 30 kilometres (19 mi) to the west in Chalakudy, and the nearest airport is Kochi International Airport, about 55 kilometres (34 mi) southwest of the waterfall and 58 kilometres (36 mi) south of Thrissur.

Athirappilly is easily reachable from Chalakudy by taxi or by bus from the Chalakudy private bus terminal. Athirappilly is situated on the highways connecting Tamil Nadu and Kerala, amidst thick forest, so night riding is not advised.


The journey from Chalakudy to the Athirappilly Falls passes through a landscape of winding roads, small villages and lush green trees. Visitors can reach the top of the waterfall via a paved path that leads through thick bamboo clusters. A steep narrow path also leads to the bottom of the falls.

The falls attract visitors from across India, especially during the monsoon months (June-September). About 7 million tourists visit the falls and the Vazhachal picnic spot each year........!!!!!!!!!! :)



   3. Perunthenaruvi Falls




                            

The name "Perunthenaruvi" means "The Great Honey Stream". It is a popular tourist destination. Located on the Western Ghats of the Sahyadri Range, Perunthenaruvi is famous for the waterfalls there. The waterfalls are known for their wide area, rather than their height. The stream later unites with the Pamba River. The Perunthenaruvi Waterfall on the banks of the pamba river, is a natural fall down a rocky path into a ravine about 100 feet deep. Ideal for an outing, this place is a popular picnic spot ....!!!! :)



  4. Palaruvi Falls






 Palaruvi is a tourist spot in Kollam district in the Indian state of Kerala. Palaruvi is located close to Kerala's border with Tamil nadu. The main attraction is a 300-foot (91 m)-high waterfall. Literally translated, Palaruvi means "stream of milk".

Palaruvi is situated about 75 km from Kollam on the Kollam - Shencottah road.It situated about 4 km from Aryankavu.


Palaruvi is around 4 km deep into the forest from the NH 208.It is situated in and around the Thenmala Eco Tourism Project. Areas marvelous for evergreen forests and temples of Lord Ayyappa. In kulathupuzha the fresh water swamps, harbouring fishes, are ideal bathing ghats. The temple at Kulathupuzha, Aryankavu, and Achencoil, attracts many devotees. The perennial waterfall at Palaruvi, near Aryankavu attracts a lot of visitors.



How to reach: From Trivandrum by road via palode. Kulathupuzha-60 km Aryankavu - 75 km. Palaravi - 73 km. Achencoil - 104 km.........!!!!! @)





                                                           5. Kaalakkayam Falls




Kaalakkayam Waterfall is located in Trivandrum Kerala in amidst of Idinjaar forest. The waterfall is a part of Mankayam stream which is a tributary of Chittar River. The waterfall is seasonal and can be seen during monsoon season. It is a very picturesque fall located in dense woods, favorite place for nature lovers and trekkers. There is pool beneath the fall which is ideal for swimming , a dip in the pools relaxes the body. Located between the dense forest various birds can be spotted, coming here gives you trekking experience which is memorable one. One can trial down the fall along it for those who wants to walk down in nature..!!! :)



 6. Chethalayam Falls, in Wayanad[7]




  About 12 km from Sultan Bathery Pulpalli Main Road, near Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular tourist spot known asChethalayam Waterfalls. Chethalayam is one of Wayanad's smaller waterfalls. It's surroundings offer a number of vantage points for bird-watching. It is also popular with trekking enthusiasts. One has to trek for about 4 km across hills to reach the scenic picnic spot. ere you can see elephants, spotted deer, guar, sambhar and sloth bear.For a glimpse of this lovely waterfall, one has to trek a distance of around 4 kms from Chethalayam.```!!!!!:)






 7. Thusharagiri Falls





Thusharagiri waterfalls are located in the Western Ghats. The word Thusharagiri means the snow-capped mountains. This waterfall exhibits a unique kinship between land and water. The three waterfalls on the backdrop of the Western Ghats are a beautiful sight to visitors.
The ideal time to visit this waterfall is during September to November. Two streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the Chalippuzha River. The river diverges into three waterfalls creating a snowy spray, which gives the name, 'Thusharagiri'. Of the three, the highest waterfall is the Thenpara that falls from an altitude of 75 metres. You will have an opportunity to go for trekking through the plantation. Thusharagiri waterfalls is situated at Kodencherry in Kozhikode district. This is a plantation destination and abounds in rubber, arecanut, pepper, ginger and spices and is a trekker's delight. Trekking starts early morning from the second waterfalls at the hills and proceeds through the pristine dense evergreen forests teeming with exotic birds and animals to reach Vythiri and Wayanad district by evening. There is a dam located around 45 km from Calicut. This place offers challenging trekking and rock-climbing through river paths and numerous waterfalls. There is another dam located 60 kms from Calicut. It is a place of beauty, calm, and serenity. There is a crocodile farm here run by the state forest department,,,,,,.!!!!! :)



8. Alakapuri Falls


                                  




         9. Madatharuvi Falls





 Madatharuvi is a stream that joins the Pampa River in Ranni. It consists of a series of waterfalls and rapids that pass through pristine tropical forests. Untouched by industries the water is pure and fresh with a few species of fresh water fish.>>>!!! :)



 10. Mulamkuzhi, near Malayattoor in Ernakulam District




 Mulamkuzhi waterfall is situated in Mulamkuzhi village in Malayattoor in Ernakulam district. This waterfall originates from Mulamkuzhi River and flows through the hill ranges. This water is considered to be medicated and is clear and sweet. The village Mulamkuzhi lies at the juncture of the rivers Periyar and Perumthode..!!!!:).



 11. Thommankuthu Falls, near Thodupuzha





Thommankuthu Waterfall is a beautiful seven-step waterfall providing feast for your eyes and heart. This place is for those who love to enjoy the beauty of nature and be a part of it.

This is a perfect place for one day expedition. This exotic place is congenial for trekking or mountain climbing. The mountain trekking is around 12km of climbing. Those who really wanna have fun can visit this beautiful place!!!!''' 


Thommankuthu is just 20km away from Thodupuzha.

The nearest airport is Nedumbassery Airport, which is 80km away.
The nearest railway stations are at a distance of 60 km away at Kochi and Kottayam...!!!! #


  12. Cheeyappara Falls, near Adimali



Majestic waterfalls that cascade down in seven steps alone ensures Cheeyappara the top spot in all tourist itinerary. Cheeyapara waterfalls are located between Neriamangalam and Adimali on the Cochin-Madurai highway. These waterfalls are surrounded by dense green forests that are home to a wide variety of animals and birds. Trekking trails are another draw among the adventure tourist.^^^^^:)



Ela Ecoland recommends Cheeyappara Waterfalls on its itinerary for Adventure Tourism in Munnar, Wildlife Tourism in Munnar, Nature Tours in Munnar and Kerala!!!!!! :)


                                    



  13. Attukal Falls





Athukkal Water falls is located at 10 Km away from Munnar on the way to Cochin. The sight of water falling down steeply creating milky foam is quiet spectacular. Even summer the sight is usual. The nearby Pullivasal is a first Hydro Electric Project in Kerala and a place of immense scenic beauty. Dangerous water falls not recommended for bathin!!!!!



A panorama of waterfalls and rolling hills, Attukal, located between Munnar and Pallivasal, is a feast for the eyes. The place is also ideal for long treks>>>)





 14. Meenmutty Falls 984 ft (300 m), in Wayanad





MeenMutty falls is the biggest Water falls at Wayanad. It has an impressive height of 300 meters. Even more impressive is that this waterfall has three separate tiers. It takes a rather strenuous two kilometer hike to even get into the falls so it remains one of the most unspoiled waterfalls in all of India. The hike is not only long, it is also dangerous and very tiresome, but if you choose to take on the challenge, you will be rewarded with a most impressive sight...!!!!!

It is near the NeelaMalla Valley view. We have to trek for around 2-3 km to reach the MeenMutty water falls. This trekking there was something opposite, we need to climb down the mountain to reach the falls. It took nearly one and a half hours to reach the falls. On the way we saw a butter milk shop. MeenMutty falls is pretty wide and high. We took bath at the falls and asusual took some snaps too. MeenMutty falls will be an unmemorable place at Wayanad.....!!! :)







 15. Vazhachal Falls, near Athirappilly




 Athirapilly and Vazhachal Waterfalls are famous for its unbeatable beauty, lush greenery and breath-taking scenery, and the natural locations. Athirapilly and Vazhachal Waterfalls situated at the entrance of the Sholayar ranges, 5km apart.!!!!! :)