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Thekkady (Idukki district) is a town near Periyar National Park, an important tourist attraction in the Kerala state of India. The name Thekkady is derived from the word “thekku” which means teak.
Thekkady is situated at an altitude of 900 m to 1800 m from the sea level. The temperature here varies in between 13 to 30 degree Celsius. Thekkady is the best to visit during winter and monsoon seasons. Winter comes in the months of November to February as well as monsoon in June to August. In this season the temperature will be lower and have a pleasant cool climate to enjoy the beauty of the place. There are opportunities for trekking, Jeep safari, elephant safari, bamboo rafting, boating, bullock cart ride, nature walk to the dense forest and visit to tribal villages.
Thekkady offers a very peaceful and calm atmosphere. The chill climate of Thekkady will refresh your mind and body. The forest areas around Thekkady is strictly uninhabited by the Forest Department to preserve the Mother Nature. The nearest town to Thekkady is Kumily, which is 4 kilometer apart. You can plan a calm walk though this town. This town is also a place for shopping. You can shop here handicrafts, spices and cloths.
Set high in the Western Ghats, Thekkady in Kerala is known for the Periyar National Park, one of the largest wildlife reserves in India. Located on the banks of a lake created by the construction of Mullaperiyar dam, the park lies in the districts of Idukki and Pathanamthitta in Kerala. The Country’s sole Tiger reserve, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. Thekkady is a pleasant heaven on earth for those who love nature in its wild manifestations.
Other than the National Park, you can roam around the places like Murikkady, Chellar Kovil, Anakkara, Mangala Devi Temple etc at Thekkady. To reach Thekkady, you can get down at Cochin or Madurai Airport. Frequent buses are available from there. Nearest railway station is at Madurai and Kochi.
The cool and pleasant climate will help you to explore this place beautifully. Most of the festivals at Thekkady take place during winter season. Though summer season will not be a comfortable time for you to visit Thekkady, this will be a time, when you will be getting hotels and resorts in cheap rates. If you want to visit Thekkady without any rush, choose this season. Monsoon is another time to explore the real beauty of Thekkady.