Kerala Tourism

PATHANAMTHITTA

Pathanamthitta is the district headquarters of Pathanamthitta district in the state of Kerala in southern India. The district can be divided into three parts one comprising of tall hills stretching through the Western Ghats, the other the descending smaller hills forming plains and landscapes, and third the low-lying area abundant in coconut trees. The district has dense evergreen, semi-green and humid forest areas. Three important rivers Pamba, Achankovil, and Manimala flow through the district originating from different mountains of the Western Ghats Mountain range. Pathanamthitta district is a rich district. Timber is one of the most important produce and raw material for wood-based industrial units. The district is famous for its scenic beauty, fairs, festivals, and culture.

Gavi is an Eco-Tourism project of the Kerala Development Corporation located at a distance of 109 km from Pathanamthitta surrounded by cardamom plantation, tropical forests, hills, valley, grasslands, spectacular waterfalls, and tea plantation. It has magnificent wildlife, flora, various bird species. It offers activities like trekking, wildlife watching, outdoor camping in specially built tents, and night safaris. It is a part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve and serves as a base camp for deep jungle trekkers, bird watchers, nature lovers, and research students, etc. An eco-tourist lodge in the village is located in front of a splendid lake providing a beautiful look at the lake and adjoining forest.

Adavi Konni

Adavi is a major tourist attraction in Konni situated on the banks of the Kallar river. The main attraction of Adavi is coracle (a small, round, lightweight traditional boat) riding and bamboo huts erected on the banks of the Kallar River.Konni is an attractive town with lush pastures and hills on the banks of river Achakovil situated at a distance of 11 km from Pathanamthitta. It is surrounded by pepper and clove plantation. It is a famous timber trade and elephant training centre. Its vast area of lush green forests make it the eco-tourism hub of Pathanamthitta district and has projects like Ancient and present elephant shelters, photo gallery, etc., to provide different experiences to the visitors.

Kaviyoor Rock Temple

Kaviyoor Rock Temple is an ancient temple carved on a massive rough rock, situated around 28 km from district headquarters and dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple has a lot of archaeological importance because of its similarity to Pallava-style architecture. The 8th-century monument as well as stone sculptures and carved rooms of the temple are well preserved by the archaeological department. The temple is visited by historians and travellers besides devotees. The nearest Thiruvalla railway station is 4 km away.

Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls

Perunthenaruvi waterfalls in Western Ghats are located at a distance of 36 KMs from Pathanamthitta. It is a famous tourist destination and a family picnic spot. Here the waterfalls on a rocky path into a ravine. These waterfalls are mostly famous for their wide area and not for their height. These falls ultimately merge with the waters of the Pamba River. These waterfalls become more graceful during monsoons with roaring waters and even become dangerous.