Tag: Thekkady

Munnar to Thekkady, it’s hardly 95 kilometers and you can easily get there by taxi. Thekkady is a must visit for travelers to Munnar. The easiest route is via NH85 and then to Munnar bypass. The winding roads, cool climate, mist and bushy estates make the journey a memorable one. The first major town that you will pass through in this journey is Rajakkad. Rajakkad is famous for its Elachi cultivation. In Rajakkad, the major attraction is Kallimali viewpoint. It provides travelers a vantage point with beautiful views of Ponmudi reservoir and the island in it. The reservoir is a natural paradise with outlining dense forests. The mere imagination of having gotten you into such dense untouched bushes will start giving you tremors inside. It looks magnificent from distance though. At this height, you cannot escape from being caressed by the cool pleasant breeze. If you enjoy trekking, Kallimali viewpoint in Rajakkad on the way to Munnar to Thekkady is a must visit destination for you. Around 25 kilometers from Munnar on the way to Thekkady, there is Kuthumkal Waterfalls pounding on the rocks beneath. It falls from the height with so much force. It resulted in forming a deep bliss-pool at the bottom. The distant view of Kuthumkal waterfall itself will let you sense its might. When you travel by taxi, this magnificent place is just 4 kilometers from Rajakkad. This waterfall is very close to the main road and is accessible by an easy trek. All this has made it a popular stop for people who travel on this route from Munnar to Thekkady. Continue your journey and you will understand the best sights have still been kept in store for you. The beautiful three-layered Karithode waterfalls will welcome you in Udumbanchola village. This absolute beauty is full