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Places to see in Alappuzha Beach

Alappuzha Beach is a beach in the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.

The beach has a small park nearby. Alappuzha Lighthouse stands near the beach which is also an interesting spot for tourists. Remains of Alappuzha Sea Bridge, which is in ruins, are still there as a memory of the good old days when Alappuzha port was one of the most famous and important ports in Kerala. The Sea Bridge enabled the passage of goods came via ships.

This photo of Alappuzha Beach is courtesy of TripAdvisor The beach is one of the best beach locations for movies. Movies like Thashan, sura etc. were shot here partially.
Alappuzha is referred to as the Venice of the East by travellers from across the world. This Backwater Country is also home to diverse animal and bird life. By virtue of its proximity to the sea, the town has always enjoyed a unique place in the maritime history of Kerala.
The beach usually has a good visitor rush from all over India and most of the European countries.

Referred to as the Venice of the East, Alappuzha has always enjoyed an important place in the maritime history of Kerala. Today, it is famous for its boat races, backwater holidays, beaches, marine products and coir industry. Alappuzha beach is a popular picnic spot. The pier, which extends into the sea here, is over 137 years old. Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya Beach Park add to the attraction of the beach. There is also an old lighthouse nearby which is greatly fascinating to visitors.

Another delightful experience while in Alappuzha is a houseboat cruise. The ones you find in the backwaters of Alappuzha are in fact reworked version of kettuvallams of olden times. The original kettuvallams or rice barges used to carry tons of rice and spices. The kettuvallam or 'boat with knots' was so called because the entire boat was held together with coir knots only.

Of late, houseboats come with all creature comforts of a good hotel including furnished bedrooms, modern toilets, cozy living rooms, a kitchen and even a balcony for angling. And one can always enjoy uninterrupted views of backwater life while staying in a houseboat.

 Getting there:

Nearest railway station: Alappuzha
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 85 km from Alappuzha town.



 

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Places to see in Vagamon

Vagamon Paragliding Festival

Vagamon Pine Forest

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How to reach Vagamon

How to reach Vagamon

By Air

Cochin internatonal airport is nearest airport.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Kottayam railway station.

By Road

There are several bus transportation is available to get into Vagamon. State and private bus facilities are frequently available.

Weather

In summer 22-25°c and in winter 10-18°c  and best visited throughout the year.

32 °C Humidity: 43% Wind : From West at 11 kph

Forecast for Next 3 days Friday                   mostlycloudy 32°C |24°C Saturday                   partlycloudy 34°C |24°C Sunday                   mostlycloudy 33°C |24°C

Best Time To Visit : JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT    

Vagamon Vagamon hill station is comprised of a beautiful series of hillocks, valleys and cascading waterfalls that make it the ideal getaway for tourists. Take a walk along the narrow, mist covered zigzag roads that wind up the hills and experience true bliss. For adventure seekers, there is an option of trekking, para gliding or rock climbing. The hill station has a chain of 3 beautiful hills called Thangal hill, Murugan hill and Kurismala that give an enchanting feel to this beautiful hill station. So visit Vagamon hill station to experience eternal bliss and peace of mind. The Vagamon hill station offers you a unique and different environ in comparison to other hill stations of Kerala. Besides, being abundant in natural beauty, the place also offers space for spiritual activities. The peaceful surroundings with cool and soft breeze blowing across the valley makes it a perfect place for meditation. If you are willing to experience the peace of mind then Vagamon provides you, the perfect conditions.

Vagamon Kurisumala   Kurisumala  is a Christian pilgrim centre and one of the main attractions at vagamon. The main day of attraction is on Good Friday. This is where hundreds of devotees from far and near converge during the holy week and after to climb the hill carrying wooden crosses.         Muruganmala   Murugan Mala, to the east of Kurisumala, is a hill that houses a rock-cut temple dedicated to Lord Murugan. Hundreds of devotees visit the place every year.           Thangal Para A journey of about five kilometers from Vagamon, down the Elappara route, will take you to the Thangal Para, place of religious significance to Muslims. There is a Durgah here which is the resting place of Husrath Sheikh Fariduddin Baba, a Sufi saint, who is believed to have reached Kerala from Afghanistan about 800 years ago. Ganjusakkar (a sweet dish) is  the main offering here and the festival, Uroos, is conducted during the month of April.      Kurisumala Ashram  Kurisumala Ashram, a monastery for Christian ascetics, who have belief in the Christianity along with the Indian spiritual beliefs, is worth visiting a place in Vagamon. Kurisumala Ashram is at the heart of the Sahya Mountains, which run parallel to India's south west coast. It is a place sanctified by the breeze which blows softly across the valleys and by the overwhelming beauty of the creation, and the mediative thoughts which arise from the depth of silence. Even today people move to the mountains in search of peace of mind and of God-experience. .

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Vagamon

•  Vagamon (Malayalam: വാഗമണ്‍) is a hill station located in Kottayam-Idukki border of Idukki district of Kerala, India.

•  It has a cool climate with the temperature between 10 and 23 °C during a summer midday. 

• It is situated 1,100 meters above sea level. 

• Vagamon also known as the 'Scotland of Asia', was discovered by the British who found the place ideal for tea plantations and they were followed by Christian missionaries who built their abode of service at Kurisumala in Vagamon.  

• National Geographic Traveler has listed Vagamon on their directory of the '50 most attractive places to visit in India’.

 

Places of Interest

1. Kurisumala: Kurisumala means 'Mountain of the holy cross'. Kurisumala monastery situated on the Kurisumala hill, is a famous pilgrimage center for the Nazrani Catholics where cross put-up in each sub hill stations. The nearby Kurisumala Ashram is an abode of calm and spiritual delight. This hill area includes 12 sub mounds where pilgrims visit. Travelers can enjoy trekking and climbing this high hill. The area is fully surrounded with Tea estates and lakes.
2. Indo-Swiss Project Diary Farms: Indo-Swiss Project dairy farms is situated on the Kurisumala hill. The dairy farm is managed by the Kurisumala monks.
3. Vagamon Meadows: The rolling green meadows of Vagamon has a lake amidst them. It has for long been a favorite location for shooting movie songs.
4. Pine Forests: A valley having huge lofty pine trees lined in rows.
5. Thangal Hill: This is a center of Muslim pilgrimage. There is an ancient cave though which one can walk for kilometers. A suicide point is also situated here.
6. Mooppanpara: It is a v-shaped canyon, one of the admired view points as well acknowledged as a suicide point. The outlook from the summit of the strenuous climb is amazing.
7. Murugan Hill: It is situated near to Thangal Para. A Murugan temple is situated which is devoted to Lord Muruga with gorgeous stone age carving.

 

How to reach Vagamon

By Air

Cochin internatonal airport is nearest airport.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Kottayam railway station.

By Road

There are several bus transportation is available to get into Vagamon. State and private bus facilities are frequently available.

Weather

In summer 22-25°c and in winter 10-18°c  and best visited throughout the year.

32 °C Humidity: 43% Wind : From West at 11 kph

Forecast for Next 3 days Friday                   mostlycloudy 32°C |24°C Saturday                   partlycloudy 34°C |24°C Sunday                   mostlycloudy 33°C |24°C

Best Time To Visit : JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT    

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Munnar

Listed below are the places to see in Munnar or Places of tourist interest

Munnar has a long list of the sightseeing points; we are going to show you key places of tourist interest in Munnar and explain about a few more. The drive to Munnar from Kochi is a scenic drive and an eye soothing exercise . As you traverse Tripunithura, Muvattupuzha, Kothamangalam you get to see city and village life in various forms. The climb starts from the Neriamangalam and you start enjoying the forest while feeling a drop in temperature.

Gateway to Munnar -Neriamangalam Bridge

From Neriangalam till Adimali its a mix of village life and forest. Adimali is the town before Munnar and it is from here the hotels and resort start until you reach Pallivasal where you get to see the first glimpse of tea gardens

Munnar tea gardens

As you move further you get to see lovely tea estates and factories; also enroute are the feeder pipes which propel the Hydro Electric power in Munnar

Feeder Pipes to Hydro Electric Project Munnar

 Once you check into the hotel in the city or at a resort on the resorts you may unwind or proceed for sightseeing. It generally starts with the Eravikulam National park where the the endangered breed of Nilgiri Thars can be seen.

Eravikulam National Park Munnar

From here you move on to the TATA tea Museum which is a landmark and a MUST VISIT place of interest

TATA Tea Museum at Munnar

From here you move on to the Floriculture center where you get to see a variety of flowers , shrubs, creepers and cactus.

Floriculture centre Munnar

Floriculture Centre Munnar 1

Floriculture Centre Munnar 1

Floriculture Centre Munnar 1

Floriculture Centre Munnar 1

Floriculture Centre Munnar 1

Floriculture Centre Munnar 1

Going on further you get to see a natures wonder. One tree that has been a home to many beehives!!!!!!!!!!!!Its an incredible sight to see and believe.

Munnar Beehive Tree

You drive further to reach the Madupetty Dam and Kundala dam which a favourite haunt for tourist and these are exceptional scenic spots

Madupetty Dam outlet

Madupetty Dam at Munnar

Munnar Kundala Dam

Munnar has lots to offer more scenic spots like Top Station, Sunset point, Marayoor, Chinar etc are there besides seasonal joints like Spice Plantations, Elephant ride, Binocular points etc do crop up as well.

Munnar Tea estate

Munnar Tea estate

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