Want to unwind in the midst of the outdoors? Tall mountains, lovely valleys, and gorgeous streams may be found in Idukki. The mountains of Idukki are the source of the River Pamba. The small hill town of Idukki gets its name from the Malayalam term Idukku, which literally translates to “a narrow gorge.” The hills of Kuravan and Kurathi create a gorge on either side of the Periyar River, giving Idukki its name. The mist-covered hills of Idukki, a highland resort, are endowed with supernatural abilities. Idukki is home to forests of teakwood, rosewood, and sandalwood. Perceiving Things.
Other locations worth seeing in addition to Idukki's natural beauty include:
The Idukki Arch Dam claims to be the first arched dam ever constructed in both Asia and India, spanning the Periyar River.
When you are in the Idukki hill station, you can visit the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary. Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, which covers 70 square kilometres, is not far from Arched Dam. The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary's beautiful, varied forest cover attracts tourists. Along with a wide variety of snakes and birds like the laughing thrush, jungle fowl, and others, you may observe creatures like elephants, bison, sambhars, and deer.
Nearby Idukki attractions Cheruthoni and Moolamattom are both great outings. From the Cheruthoni heights, you can see things in Kochi. The hub of the Idukki Hydroelectric Project is near Moolamattom, a well-liked vacation spot.
Adventurers can go trekking or take a mountain hike in Idukki.
Best Time to Visit:
The mountain resort of Idukki experiences constant, mild weather all year long. Due to the substantial temperature change caused by seasonal variations, Idukki is the perfect place to visit at any time of the year.
Attractions for travellers
If you enjoy the outdoors and wildlife, travelling to Thekkady from Idukki is a terrific option. To make a spectacular trip to the Tiger Reserve, Thekkady's Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary combines plantations, jungles, mountains, and an artificial lake with the indigenous flora and fauna. While visiting Thekkady, you can do boating, trekking, and elephant riding.
Another choice where you may appreciate nature at its best is the hill resort of Munnar. The tea estates, forests, and animals are Munnar's principal tourist draws.
Idukki is situated 121 kilometres from Kottayam on the route to Munnar in the southern area of Kerala. Thiruvananthapuram, which is 154 km away, and Kochi, which is 64 km away, are the closest airports.
By Rail & Road – Idukki has good rail and road connections to a variety of popular tourist locations throughout Kerala.
