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Eletaria Resorts -
a haven of peace and tranquility where nature is at her very best. The
resort, built with locally available material has been carefully
designed to merge in harmoniously with the surroundings.
the rich flora of the location, the presence of very prolific birdlife
and the spice plantation setting combine to create an ambience that is
truly magical.
Amenities that are truly world class, supreme service standards and
delectable cuisine are other Eletaria specialties. |
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Around The Resort:
Thekkady:
the 'eastern gateway to Kerala-God's own country is full of dense
green vegetation, heady scents of spices Panoramic view, lakes,
evergreen and semi evergreen forests and lakes. This thick forest,
interspersed with plantations. The wild life come together m perfect
harmony to make Thekkady a right destination for nature lovers.
Periyar Tiger Reserve:
Nestled in the southern Western Ghats mountain ranges of peninsular
India, Periyar Tiger Reserve is the oldest and largest Protected Ares of
Kerala (777 sq. km.). Predominantly an evergreen biotype with great
scenic beauty and rich assemblage of flora and fauna, Periyar epitomizes
the opulent ecological and cultural diversity typical of tropical rain
forests. Sabarimala the famous forest shrine of Lord Ayyappa, visited by
around 5 million people annually, is situated on the western flank of
the reserve. People oriented and park centered community based
eco-tourism is the hallmark of Periyar Tiger Reserve.
The Periyar Tiger Trail:
The programme is unique in being conducted by a team of poachers who
turned protectors of the forests. The team members are hardy and
dependable with an intimate knowledge of the forest terrain the
programmes are one night / two days and two nights & three days. The
first days trek starts at 12 noon and ends by noon in the second or
third day. The team consists of a maximum of five visitors, five guides
and two forest officials. Normally 20 to 35kms. of trekking distance
will be covered, depending on the route chosen.
jungle Patrol:
This Programme is part of the regular night patrolling in the fringe
eco-development zones of the tiger reserve. The trekking could be at any
time between 7 pm. and 4 am. and could be taken by persons having proper
physical and mental fitness to trek through the wilderness in the night.
Tracks Of Gavi Paruthumpara:
Gavi, a picturesque land is one of the off- the- track destinations
ideal for a wilderness retreat replete with trekking, birding, sholas,
cascading waterfalls and cardamom plantations. Endangered species
including the elephant, nilgiri tahr, lion-tailed macaque are often
sighted at the outskirts of Gavi.
Ramakkalmedu:
A mountain peak that can give you a bird's eye view of western ghats
and the plains of Tamilnadu below. There is a tale that the lord 'Sree
Rama' the hindu mythological God had set his foot on this rock hence the
name Ramakkalmedu (Rama-Kal-Medu). Also you can see here the Kerala's
biggest statue of'kuravan & kurathi' the two historical characters of
local community who's name where given to the rocks between which the
Idukki dam was built. Ramakkalmedu is 28 kms from Thekkady.
Chellarcovil:
Four kms off Anakkara on the Munnar Kumily road this sleepy wind-sricken
little village slops to the farmland of Tamilnadu. The panoramic view
and silver cascade add to the charm of the place. From its mountain top
one can enjoy the view of the plains below.
Calverymount:
The gold spot of high range 'calvery mount' is situated 48 kms from
Thekkady towards Idukki. The view of Idukki dam water reservoir from the
top is mind goggling. The forest department is conducting trekking
through the wilderness of the forest. It is also a pilgrimage centre and
thus the name 'calvery mount.
ldukky arch Dam:
Idukki arch dam is world's second and Asia's first arch dam, constructed
across the kuravan and kurathi hills. It is 650 feet in breadth and 550
feet in height, and lies close to the cheruthoni barrage. To the west
lies the kulamavu dam. the under ground power house at moolamattom is
another attraction. Idukki wild-life sanctuary is adjacent to this world
famous arch dam. Idukki arch dam is situated 58 kms. from Thekkady
towards Kochi.
Vandanmedu;
The unparalleled cardamom producing region in the world, recognized
internationally for its charming fragrance and natural colour.
World's largest manual and E-auction centre for cardamom - cardamom
plantation - plantation resorts.
Enriched in mixed farming of pepper, coffee, tea and vanilla side by
side with herbal plants. |
