The promise of a green-carpet welcome and a holiday amid the
verdant landscapes are something which await all travellers to Kerala. But a
ride to this beautiful valley in Kottayam district is something that redefines
all your notions of greenery. The place is fittingly named as
Ilaveezhapoonchira, meaning 'a floral bund sans leaves'. Well, how would a
place get littered with foliage if there are no trees? That’s what makes this
green dreamland different from the rest of the State. Spread over thousands of acres,
Ilaveezhapoonchira is located at a distance of 55 km from Kottayam and 20 km
from Thodupuzha. Guarded by three fascinating hillocks – namely Mankunnu,
Kodayathoormala and Thonippara, each rising to about 3200 feet above sea level
– this virgin land is a perfect outing for trekking enthusiasts. It is also
deemed as one of the best spots in Kerala to behold the charisma of sunrise and
sunset. The place can be easily accessed both from Pala (Palai) in Kottayam and
Thodupuzha in Idukki.
Getting there:
By Road: Take a bus from Thodupuzha to Kanjar (15 km) on the Moolamattam road. From Kanjar, only four-wheelers go to Ilaveezhapoonchira (7 km).
Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam, about 55 kmBy Road: Take a bus from Thodupuzha to Kanjar (15 km) on the Moolamattam road. From Kanjar, only four-wheelers go to Ilaveezhapoonchira (7 km).
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport, about 76 km
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