Category: Picnic Spots
A quaint hill town located around 13 km from Munnar; Chithirapuram is renowned for its picturesque tea plantations. Exuding an old world charm, visitors revel in Chithirapuram’s sleepy little cottages, bungalows, old playgrounds and courts. Home of the Pallivasal Hydel Power Project, it is a veritable haven for those seeking a serene and secluded getaway.
Chembra is the highest peak in Wayanad district and lives up to its billing of being a picturesque location. It has managed to maintain its pristine nature over the years. Situated 2,100 m above sea level, this peak offers a breath-taking view of rare flora and fauna. One can come across many exotic species in […]
Charalkunnu is an upcoming hotbed of tourist activity located near Ranni in Pathanamthitta. This hill station has a host of trekking trails and a variety of picturesque picnic spots to soak in the view. People can easily find comfortable lodging at the camp house. The area around the place is tailor-made for peaceful and relaxing […]
Bhoothathankettu is among the most picturesque dams in Kerala. It is said the natural fortification of hills and forests that guard the place were built by bhoothams (spirits/ghosts). Located in Ernakulam district, it contains some of the best trekking trails in the State. Trekking through the forests here is an exhilarating experience. A boat ride […]
Near a beautiful Durga Temple lies a stream where people can be regularly seen feeding fish who pop up close to the shore. Visitors stroll around leisurely the pristine picnic spots. These are some of the visuals one sees at Aruvikkara Dam. Located on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram City, whose water supply it is responsible […]
Bolgatty Island is a picturesque island located near Fort Kochi in Ernakulam district. It is famous for its eponymous palace along with being a growing cosmopolitan hotspot in the area. The Bolgatty Palace was built in 1744 by the Dutch and was eventually taken over by the British. This has now been transformed into a […]
The hills, rivers and grassland, all come together to enshrine the magnificent Banasura Sagar Dam in Wayanad. One has no option but to be in awe of the largest earthen dam in India and the second largest in Asia. But it isn’t just statistics that add to its mysticism. The surroundings are pristine with a […]
Alapra is among the most beautiful villages in Kottayam district. Located near Erumeli, it is home to the mystical Alapra Thacharikkal Bhagavathi Temple. Set amidst a dense forest, it is the only place in the district where the legendary ritual art form of Padayani is performed. Majestic views, luscious waterfalls and ancient caves add to […]
Located in the midst of a verdant carpet of tea plantations, Anayirankal is an ideal picnic spot for travellers from around the world. The Anayirankal Dam is flanked by the Tata Tea Plantation and a thick cover of evergreen forests. Anayirankal is located 22 km from Munnar, the beloved hill station of Kerala. A boat […]
Located on the banks of the Akkulam Lake, Akkulam Tourist Village in Thiruvananthapuram district boasts some of the most picturesque picnic spots in Southern Kerala. It is a lovely backwater destination with a calm and serene atmosphere. It is located 10 km from Thiruvananthapuram city and possesses numerous boating options. It has a well-equipped children’s […]