SOUTH INDIA TOURISM

KANTHALLOOR THE LAND OF FRUITS | TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN KANTHALLOR | PARADISE FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS | KANTHALLOOR IDUKKI KERALA

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Kanthaloor is a village it is lying in the eastern side of the Western Ghats near to Marayur, kerala And it is famous for its wide variety of crops which is not seen on the other parts of kerala, which includes varieties of tropical crops. Situated at a height of 5000 ft above sea level, it provides the cool climate for the natural farming of fruits like Apple, Orange, Strawberry, Blackberry, Plums, Gooseberry, Egg fruits, peach, Sugarcane, passion fruits. etc.Vegetables and spices like cauliflower, cabbage, carrot, beans, potato, and garlic grow here a plenty. It is also known for terrace farming. Hill sides are carved out into a series of wide steps, enough to cultivate crop.

kanthallor town

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It is a virtually a rain shadow village. A paradise for photographers and nature lovers, Kanthalloor and its surrounding environs are especially spectacular just after the rains. One can enjoy the beauty of dense fog in early morning and evening, sublime mist and clouds during this season
With its sprawling tea estates, rolling hills, waterfalls, picture - postcard hamlets, Kanthalloor has the makings of an idyllic holiday destination. Nestled in the eastern side of the charming Western Ghats, in Idukki district of Kerala State, it is 180 kms from Ernakulam, 60 kms from Udumalpettai, 14 km from Marayoor and 57 kms from Munnar. It is on the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu placed between Udamalpet and Munnar.
Unlike Munnar, Kanthaloor is untouched by commercial tourism and still not explored by many travelers. Due to this reason, visitors can enjoy its real natural beauty.

The salubrious climate and the picturesque landscapes and wide variety of tropical crops coupled with the close proximity of Munnar, has transformed this village into a tourist destination. The Anaimudi Sholai National Park(Formerly known as the Mannavan Chola) is the evergreen forest surrounding Kanthalloor. The major places of attraction includes Pattisseri Dam, Kulachivayal rocks, Keezhanthoor waterfalls Muiyaras, View point, Watch towers, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Anaimudi Sholai National park , and the cave temple of Sri Rama are the main places of attraction. The cave temple of Lord Rama is also a historical landmark.

BEST TIME FOR VISITING:
Eventhough, Kanthallor is best any time of the year but August to March and will be the best. Those who want to see the nearly ripe oranges, passion fruits, gauva visit between the months of October and December and to see the apples visit the month of August.
GETTING THERE: Only road transportation available. Nearest highway is NH-49 which passes through Munnar and can be accessed from Kanthalloor-Marayoor-Munnar.
it is better to travel to Munnar from there. There are two routes from here. One is Maryoor route and other one is Top Station via Kanthalloor Route. The first one is the best because the road is good and the distance is 65 km. Travel may take more time as scenic spots are all along the route. One can seen the Sandal wood forest on this way. The second one 40 kms distance. The drive from here takes just about an hour or a bit more but the road is bad. Better to drive from Marayoor route.

Air:
Nearest Airport Kochi (139km), Madurai(142km) Coimbatore(167km), Kozhikode(287km),Thiruvananthapuram(302km). Daily IA flights to Nedumbassery Airport near Ernakulam from Mumbai,Bangalore, Delhi and Goa and four flights from Chennai. Jet has daily flights from Mumbai.

Rail:

Nearest Railway Stations Kochi (13km), Kottayam (147km), Madurai(162km), Thiruvananthapuram (302km). Trains that connect Kochi with important cities and tourist destinations in the country are Kerala Express, Trivandrum-Chennai Mail, Nizamuddin-Ernakulam Express, and the Trivandrum Rajdhani Express.

Road:

The place is well connected by a well developed network of road transport. Buses run by the KSRTC start from the Central Bus Stand in Ernakulam. One can access Munnar by road from Kottayam (147 km), Thekkady (110 km), Madurai (160 km) and Thrissur (158 km).

And there is a private bus from munnar at 01.00 pm starting from aluva and it will reach kanthallor at 03.45 pm.

WHERE TO STAY:
At Kanthalloor, one can get an opportunity to live in cottages which are built near orange and apple farms and most of these cottages are big enough for families. They have full facilities like hot water, TV, Phone etc. One will get a chance to either cook your own food or there will be staff available to cook food of your preference.

ATHIRAPALLY WATERFALLS | BEST WATERFALLS IN KERALA | SUREN CHELLAKUTTI FALLS

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Athirapilly is the land of rivers and forests!The destination houses the largest waterfall in Kerala, the Athirapilly waterfall,one of the major tourist attraction. This patch in Sholayar ranges so beautifully intertwined with lush green forest cover and sizzling silver cascades and located central to Cochin and River Nila,is a treat for the eyes during the monsoon.Chalakkudy river, Charpa, Vazhachal and Athirapally are ideal places where the monsoon is to be enjoyed.

Athirappilly Waterfalls is located at the entrance of Sholayar ranges, the major host town is Chalakudy, this waterfall is one of the major picnic spots of Kerala. Affording to the onlookers, one of the most bewitching sights, Athirappally water Falls is 80 feet high and located exactly in the forest area. Combined with the natural greenery, it infuses freshness into any tired soul. The Athirapally Falls joins the Chalakudy River after plummeting a drop of 80 feet.
The charm of the Athirampally and Vazhachal nature cannot be described by words, Starting calmly from the high ranges, and crashing through gorges overhung with trees, these waterfall is one of the best places in India to re-capture a real sense of the classical idea of the 'Picturesque' - not just calm and sweet, but something wild and natural.

Athirapilly Tourism consists of Kauthukapak & Hollyland immitaions in Chalakudy, Dreamworld water park, Silverstorm water park, Thumboormuzhy Dam & Riverview Garden, Athirapally water falls, Charpa falls, Vazhachal falls, Poringalkuth Hydel Tourism and Wild life Boating, Trekking in Sholayar ranes, Bamboo Rafting, Tribel visit, Chalakudy Nightlife etc.
Proper precautions are taken on site to prevent mishaps while swimming and a police camp is always positioned there. Athirappilly is situated on SH-21 highway connecting Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

GETTING THERE

By rail:

Thrissur (Major station) about 63 km & Chalakkudy, about 35 km.

By air:

Cochin International Airport, about 58 km from Thrissur, is the nearest airport.

MUMBAI TO LAVASA ROUTE MAP | LAVASA TOURIST MAP | LAVASA INDIAS FIRST NEWEST HILL STATION | HONEYMOON IN LAVASA

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Lavasa is striking tourist destination which is situated in the western mountain ranges. This city is well planned which lies in the Pune district of Maharashtra state. You can pleasure your holidays while visiting this city as you can explore beautiful landscapes and serene environment.

More about lavasa

PUNE TO LAVASA ROUTE MAP | INDIAS NEWEST HILL STATION | PORTOFINO INDIA | LAVASA TOURIST MAP

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Lavasa india's newest hill station and a private planned city being built near Pune maharashtra india. It is stylistically based on the Italian town Portofino, with a street and several buildings bearing the name of that town. Billed as India's newest hill station since Independence.

Taxi's are available from chandni chowk every half an hour.

To know more about lavasa click here Lavasa

ATHIRAPPALLY FALLS ROUTE MAP | ATHIRAPPALLY WATERFALLS TOURIST MAP

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Athirapally Waterfalls is located at the entrance of Sholayar ranges,in Chalakudy,Kerala this waterfall is one of the major picnic spots of Kerala. Affording to the onlookers, one of the most bewitching sights, Athirapally water Falls is 80 feet high and located exactly in the forest area. Combined with the natural greenery.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN CHALAKUDY | TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN TRISSUR | TOP DESTINATIONS IN CHALAKUDY | IN AND AROUND CHALAKUDY

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VAZHACHAL FALLS
Vazhachal Falls is a rushing watercourse in the Chalakkudy River in the Thrissur district of Kerala, South India. It is located 36km from Chalakkudi and 5km from Athirappilly Falls.

ATHIRAPALLY FALLS
Athirappilly Falls is situated in Athirappilly panchayath in Thrissur district of Kerala, on the southwest coast of India. Located on the west-flowing Chalakudy River near the Vazhachal Forest Division and the Sholayar ranges, this 80 ft waterfall is a popular tourist destination.

CHARPA FALLS
Charpa Falls is one of the scenic locations in Thrissur. Situated close to the Athirappilly Falls (60 km from Thrissur), the waterfall is a part of River Chalakkudy. During monsoon months (June to August) it plunges on to the road.

THUMBOORMUZHI DAM

Thumboormuzhy River Garden & Dam Tourist Place in Thrissur - There is a construction of a weir at Thumboormuzhi across the Chalakudy river and diverting the water for Irrigation purpose. The stage I of the scheme comprising a weir at Thumboormuzhi across Chalakudy river and a part of the canal system was commissioned in 1957

DREAM WORLD

Dream World, the state-of-the-art water theme park is situated close to the Athirappilly waterfalls and other nearby attractions of Vazhachal, Thumboormuzhy and Sholayar. The Rain Dance with snow effect was introduced for the first time in Kerala.

Tariff adult Rs. 600. children Rs. 500. ,Sr Citizen(Above 65 years) : Rs. 400.

Park timings 10.30 am to 6.00 pm.

SILVER STORM
Silver Storm introducing a novelty of Amusement with the hearty touch of elegance. A place, encircled with the symphony of nature, blessed by the almighty, adorned with the western ghats.
Tariff Adult Rs. 490, child Rs. 390. Sr. Citizen Rs.290.

Park timings 10 am to 7.00 pm

HOLY LAND
Holy Land, Chalakudy is a municipal town situated on the banks of Chalakudy River in Thrissur District of the Kerala State in India. It is the base camp for travellers to Athirappilly and Vazhachal Falls

PORINGALKUTHU HYDEL TOURISM
Poringalkuthu Hydel Tourism has much in store for the visitors. One can enjoy a nice view of the Dam and the adjoining areas part from the other amenities facilitated there including Speed Boat and self driven Pedal Boats.

The Boating facilities are provided from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.

There is a Bungalow which was constructed during the time of starting the Hydro-electric project, before independence. We can expeience the view of the reservoir and the adjoining areas from there.

(20 kms from Athirapally)

LULU MALL | LULU INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING MALL | LARGEST SHOPPING MALL IN INDIA | INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING MALL IN INDIA | BEST TOURIST ATTRACTION IN KERALA

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LuLu Mall is the largest shopping mall in India situated in Idappalli the City of Kochi, India. Spanning 17 acres and with a total retail floor area of 1.7 million square feet, it is the 80th largest shopping mall in World. The mall was opened in March 2013 and contains more than 215 outlets including food courts, restaurants, family entertainment zones, a multiplex, ice skating rink and bowling alley.

Lulu Mall, a division of the much famed Lulu Group Under the dynamic leadership of Padmashri Yusuffali M.A, Managing Director, the Group opened its first mall in India through the Lulu Mall on 10 March 2013 and within one year of operations, the mall has witnessed the entry of 28 lakh vehicles and was visited by 2 crore people. The mall which has become Kerala's most preferred shopping destination has also created direct employment for 4600 people and indirect employment for 6000. Around 8 lakh expatriates including tourists and exchange students, have visited the mall in the past one year. By introducing over 52 brands for the very first time to Kerala, Lulu Mall has changed the way people shop in Kerala. Currently home to 176 operations outlet, the mall has achieved 92% occupancy.

Built at an approximate cost of Rs.1600 crores, the mall can easily occupy over 100,000 people at a time. The mall houses more than 320 national and international brands and over 215 outlets; one of the largest amusement area of 81,000 sq ft with facilities for indoor climbing wall, 5000 sq ft ice skating rink, 5D Cinema, arcade gaming zone, rides, party hall and a 12 lane bowling alley; a 9 screen multiplex that can accommodate more than 2000 audience at a time; a 1500 seater food court and much more. It comes with everything that is required to whet the desire of a discerning shopper.
Also, within the mall's expansive campus is the Marriott - a magnificent 300 room hotel that caters to the unique accommodation needs of visitors and tourists to the God's own country.

LOCATION

LuLu Mall is located at Edappally Junction, in the city of Kochi at the junction of three major highways – NH 47, NH 17, and the Kochi Bypass.

HOW TO GET THERE

BY ROAD LuLu Mall is easy to reach by road. If you are coming from Aluva side, the mall is on the right side of the road, just after Edapally Toll Bus stop, near to the Edapally signal. You may take a right turn towards NH 17, and should proceed 200 meters to take another right turn to enter the private road leading to the south entrance.

If you are coming from Vyttila side (Bypass), take a right turn at the signal to enter NH 47 and on the left side, after crossing a small bridge, you can spot the main entrance to the mall. For those who come from Guruvayoor side (Cheranalloor route), private road on the left side of the highway just before the Edapally main signal is the best option to enter the mall.

BY RAIL
From Ernakulam South or North Railway stations, you can take a bus that goes to Kalamassery, or Aluva. Alight at Edappally Toll and walk back to the main entrance. You can even take an auto or taxi from both the stations. Distance from South Railway Station to LuLu Mall is about 10 kms and from North Railway Station, it is 7 kms.

MALL TIMINGS

FASHION - 10 AM TO 10 PM

FOOD - 10 AM TO 11 PM

FUN - 10 AM TO 11 PM

FILM - 10 AM TO 11 PM

HYPERMARKET- 09 AM TO 11 PM

BRANDS

adidas, arrow, allen solly, avatar, bata, cafe coffee day, canon, celio, casio, citizen, cat, cross word, airtel, fabindia, kfc, levi's, mcr, mufti, omega, pizza hut, pvr, rado, reebok, seiko, sony, samsung, philips, nokia, apple, subway, tantra, thomas cook, tissot, westside, wrangler, zodiac, william penn, woodland..etc

LULU MALL GALLERY