Hill Stations in Kerala
Whenever
one remembers Kerala, an incessant image of backwaters, beautiful beaches, lush
green vegetation and untamed wildlife comes to mind. But, Kerala has much more
than this, dressed on its exotic platter. Located on the remotest corners on
the cliffs and the ravines of the Western Ghats, Kerala, a heaven on earth, is
well renowned for its hill stations. The hill stations of Kerala are lush greens
abodes of rich flora and fauna.
The
Western Ghats are the main reason for the equitable and sub tropical climatic
conditions of Kerala. Its location is also another reason why this state
receives heavy rainfall. If you are seeking a retreat from the heat and
thinking of enjoying the cozy comfort of Nature or wish to trek on the woody
mountain trails or if you are simply answering the "call of the
mountains", the hill stations of Kerala is the answer to all these
questions. Here, you come across various mountain streams along with undulating
flora and enticing fauna. If there is a place you can go to forget your hassles
and a place where you can stay away from the routine it will surely be a hill
station in Kerala.
Idukki,
Munnar, Thekkady and Pullumedu are among the major hill stations of Kerala.
Vandanmedu, Chellarkovil, Vandiperiyar and Pattumala are among the other hill
stations of Kerala. Pullumedu is a lush green hill station that offers the
sights of nearby shrines and pilgrimages. Next is Vandanmedu, which is the
major sight for the largest auction of cardamom in India. Chellarkovil is one
of the mystic hill stations in Kerala, as it is home to a number of waterfalls.
Vandiperiyar too is a popular spot for visitors. It is nicely snuggled between
a few major pilgrimage sites of Kerala and temples. Pattumala, last but not the
least, is a nature photographer's dream, as it is full of exotic flora and
fauna. All these hill stations make Kerala the ‘God’s Own Country!’
