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Exotic Hill Stations in Kerala Offer Enjoyable Visits

Written by Yamini Sharma

Topic: TravelPublished May 4, 2012
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In the recent years Kerala has been occupying a prominent place in the travel and tour itinerary of Indian subcontinent. Kerala Hill Stations offer some exotic experience for people visiting the God’s own country. rnSouthernmost state of India flanking the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean to the west and South respectively, Kerala is also known as the God’s own country. Since the 1980s the state is gradually occupying a prominent place in the tours and travel itinerary of Indian sub continent. Among others, hill stations in Kerala can offer some great experience for the visitors whether overseas or inland. rnKerala Hill Stations rnNo Kerala Travel can be complete without visit to one or more hill stations in the small province. • Kerala hill stations are well known for cool climates, spice gardens, natural attractions and verdant tea. • Journey to these stations will give exposure to some of the best natural exoticism and a different feeling on the horse shoe cut roads there. Popular Hill Stations in Kerala rnHill stations in Kerala are camouflaged by the Nilgiri Mountain ranges. Most popular hill stations in the state are Munnar, Wayanad, and Vagamon Hill Station. Each of these hill stations has something special to offer for the visitor. rnHill Station at Munnar rnAmong the hill stations in Kerala, Munnar Hill Station occupies a premier position. It is also popularly known as the “Tea Country” and it is one of the most popular destinations for couples on Kerala honeymoon tour. Munnar is located in Idduki district and the high mountains, sprawling tea gardens, and deep valleys make it one of the most popular destination for the tourists and travelers. Major attraction here is the Eravikulam National Park. The hill station also has several religious stations and it is also located n close proximity to Cochin the port city of Kerala. Best time to visit the hill station is April through September. rnHill Station at Wayanad rnOne of very popular hill stations in Kerala is the Wayanad Hill Station that has multiple heritage attractions. In combination with the excellent climate and ambience, it is one of the ideal places for holidaying in God’s own country. Major attractions in the hill station are verdant tea as well as cardamom gardens and tree house stay in the adjacent hamlet of Vythiri, and trekking in the Neolithic caves at Edakkal. Other Kerala Hill Stations rnIdukki is another popular destination for visiting hill stations like Peeramade, Ponmudi, and devikulam. Arch Dam, Sandal Forest, Kuthumkal waterfalls are some of the additional attractions in the district. Besides all these, Idukki is also well known as pilgrimage location for Annamalai Temple, Krishnaswamy Temple, Uravappara Temple, and Karikodu Bhagwathy Temple. In brief, Kerala hill stations offer something for everyone.

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Mansi Sharma is an enthusiastic and an aspiring writer who believes in the power of the pen.Presently working as a content writer ,she excels in writing , Wayanad Hill Stationand Kerala Travel. Is passionate about Street Photography and defines her love for writing as her religion.