The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up
images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice scented
plantations.
In the Periyar forest of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in
India, and spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and
hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.
General Info. :
Altitude: 900-1800 m above sea level
Rainfall: 2500 mm
Going there:
Road: There are frequent buses from Kumily (4 km away) to various tourist
centres.
Distance of a few major towns from Thekkady
Kumily: 4 km (15 mts) Sabarimala via Pullumedu: 50 km (2 hrs) Idukki: 65 km
(2 1/2 hrs) Munnar: 106 km (4 hrs) Kumarakom: 128 km (4 hrs) Sabarimala via
Erumeli: 134 km (4 hrs) Kodaikanal: 149 km (5 hrs) Alappuzha: 164 km (5 hrs)
Kollam: 220 km (6 hrs) Ooty: 390 km (11 hrs
Thekkady Travel Guide
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