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Ponmudi in Kerala
Ponmudi is one of the popular hill stations of Kerala located at a distance of 57 Km from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. Ponmudi, an amazing tourist destination is also a part of the Western Ghats that runs parallel to the Arabian Sea.
Ponmudi is situated 1100 meters above sea level. The road that leads to Ponmudi from Thiruvananthapuram is a narrow winding path and it offers a beautiful scenic view on the way to Ponmudi. The local weather is lovely throughout the year. Thiruvananthapuram serves as a foot for trekking as well as hiking. You can also find tea gardens in the area.
Ponmudi is abode of numerous attractive mountain flowers, unique butterflies, springs as well as rivulets. The region is also dominated by spice as well as tea plantations and is dotted with waterfalls plus view points. This hill vacation spot is right place for Trekking and Hiking in the lush mountains.
The hill station is an important point of contact with the river Kallar. The river is known for its crystal clear water, fishes and lush trees surrounding it.
Accommodation at Ponmudi: Hotel Golden Peak is the only hotel available for stay at Ponmudi. The Hotel is managed by Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC). Since Hotel Golden Peak is the only hotel, it is recommended for the tourists to stay in Thiruvanathapuram city and make a day trip to Ponmudi.
Places to visit near Ponmudi
Agasthyarkoodam: Agasthyarkoodam is one of the highest peaks in the Western Ghats, with the highest peak at 1868 meters. Agasthyarkoodam is popular for its wilderness. If you want to trek the peak, you will need to get the permission of the Forest Department.
Tea Gardens: A visit to the nearby tea gardens is a peaceful experience.
A deer park is there at the mountain top.
Distance from Ponmudi:
Thiruvananthapuram: 57 Km
Kovalam: 67 Km
Varkala: 84 Km
Kollam: 97 Km
Kottayam: 163 Km
Kumarakom: 174 Km
Kuttanad: 177 Km
Alappuzha: 184 Km
Kochi: 238 Km
Idukki: 242 Km
Ernakulam: 244 Km
Munnar: 302 Km
Thrissur: 312 Km
Kozhikode: 433 Km
Wayanad: 513 Km
Kasargod: 618 Km
How to get there:
Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram
Road: Ponmudi is well connected by road network. Kerala State RTC operates daily bus service from Thiruvananthapuram to Ponmudi. Some of the services go up to upper sanitarium and usually takes up to 4 hours to reach.
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