South India Travel Guide

Periyar Tiger Reserve Periyar National Park, also known as Periyar Tiger Reserve, is in the mountainous Western Ghats of Kerala, southern India. This wildlife sanctuary is home to tigers and a significant elephant population, as well as rare lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards and Indian bison. In the park's north, Periyar Lake is popular for boat rides. Farther north, spice plantations surround the town of Kumily. Eco-tourism forms an integral part of the ethos of Periyar. Nature walks, Cloud walks, Border Trekking, Bamboo Rafting, Bullock Cart Rides and Tiger Trails are important flagship activities at the park. Trained tribal guides take you amidst the famous evergreen forests, using their specialised knowledge of these parts to the utmost. It is among the most invigorating experiences available in the State, with a new facet of its beauty opening up to you on every visit. Thekkady Boat Ticket online booking Kindly note there is no option to b

Nelliyampathy is a hill station within the Nelliyampathy Forest Reserve, in the southwest Indian state of Kerala. The road to it, which goes through the dense forests of the Western Ghats, is known for its many hairpin turns. To the west is Kesavan Para, a vantage point with views of nearby tea plantations. Farther west is the 19th-century Pothundi Dam. Northeast is the Seetharkundu Viewpoint, with waterfalls nearby. Images  Nelliyampathy   About Nelliyampathy From the town of Nenmara in Palakkad district, the cloud-caressed peaks of the majestic Nelliyampathy hill ranges are a sight to behold. The height of the hills ranges from 467 m to 1572 m. To reach Nelliyampathy, one has to take the road starting from Nenmara that proceeds to the Pothundy Dam. There are about 10 hairpin bends that have to be negotiated on the way to Nelliyampathy. The Pothundy Dam is a picturesque locale with facilities for boating and is a nice option as a picnic place. As th