Thekkady travel information, Kerala

Serene Countryside, rich plantations and dense forests, Thekkady's beauty is veritably enchanting. The cool scented air of the Western Ghats divulges the unexplored beauty of the place. Thekkady has distinctive flora and fauna especially the birds that differentiate it from other sanctuaries across India. The smell of the spice-scented plantation envelops the city. The scenic abode of Thekkady offers multitude of tourist destinations.

Tourist Attraction

The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary - Covering an area of 777 sq. km. of lush green tropical forests, the Thekkady wildlife sanctuary is popularly known as the Periyar Tiger Reserve. This region is popular for its wildlife tours, jungle adventure holidays, wildlife adventure and jungle trekking tours. This sanctuary is ideal for watching and observing animals in their natural habitat. The Periyar wildlife sanctuary is situated on the banks of an artificially created lake, which is the Periyar Lake. Animals commonly spotted in this sanctuary are elephants, tigers and spotted deer, gaur and sambhar.

Location: Thekkady is located in Idduki district of Kerala at an altitude of 700-900 meters above sea.

Best time & Climate:

Climate in Thekkady is tropical and the best time to visit the city is between Septembers to May. The mean minimum temperature is 16 degree Celsius and the mean maximum temperature is 31 degree Celsius.

How to reach

By Air
Nearest airport is at Kochi 132 km away.

By Rail
Nearest railway station is at Kottayam, 133 km.

By Road
Thekkady is well connected by most part of the state and India by motor-able road.

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