Welcome to Thekkady
Thekkady is one of the striking day-tripper destinations in India and its lush green natural beauty is just awesome. Thekkady is positioned in the Idukki district near to Kerala-Tamilnadu border. Thekkady is the spot of Periyar national park and the sanctuary is famous for dense evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous forests and savanna grasslands.
The Periyar wildlife sanctuary is spread across 777 km2 with thick green forests. It contains various wild animals including elephants, sambar, gaur, tiger, Nilgiri-langurs and lion-tailed macaques etc.
The outlook of Thekkady Lake is exotic and terrific boating is always available for the guests. One of the precious images of Thekkady is a group of elephant, deer and bison that come down to drink in the lake. The boating which gives a memorable experience to everyone.
The spectacular man-made lake formed by Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds beauty to the park. Thekkady provides immense opportunities to travellers to indulge in various adventure activities and trekking is mainly practised. The Major trekking areas in Thekkady embrace Kurishumala near Kumily, Pullumedu and Ottakathalamedu near Kumily and Grampy near Vandiperiyar.
Thekkady is the heaven of natural spices includes cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, nutmeg, ginger and clove. Also, tea and coffee plantations are fashionable in Thekkady. Travellers can also visit various attractive destinations in Thekkady include Anakkara, Chellarkovil, Murikkady, Vandiperiyar, Vandanmedu, Mangala Devi temple, Kumily, Pandikhuzhy, Ramakkalmedu and Pullumedu etc.
Thekkady Tourism
Best months to Visit Thekkady –
January, February , March ,April, May, September, October, November , December
Nearest Airport to Thekkady –
Kochi Airport (COK) at a distance of 51 kilometers
Popular Thekkady Tourism Attractions –
Periyar National Park, Periyar Tiger Reserve, Murikkady, Pandikuzhi, Peermede, Chellarkovil, Vandiperiyar
Thekkady Weather –
Pleasant and Hot. Umbrella may be required in monsoon season
