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Wild Elephants
Wild elephants come down
to rejoice in the Lake

Lock Heart Gap: (13km from Munnar) This is an ideal place for adventure
tourism and trekking. The fresh mountain air, the gorgeous hills and
panoramic view make it worthy of a visit.
Meenuli: It is noted for two acres of evergreen forests upon a huge rock.
The rock is more than 500 acres in area and an ideal spot for mountaineering.
Malankara Reservoir: (6 km from Thodupuzha) Located on the ThodupuzhaMoolamattam road, this artificial lake is ideal for boating and fishing.
Thommankuthu: (17 km from Thodupuzha) The seven-step waterfall here is
a much loved picnic spot. At each step there is a cascade and a pool
beneath. Thommankuthu is an ideal place for adventure tourism.
Palkulamedu: (12 km from Idukki and 3125 mt above sea level) Kochi, Alappuzha
and other near by towns can be seen from this peak, located 3125 mts above
sea level.
Kalliyanathandu: (10 km from Idukki) The aerial view of the Idukki
Reservoir, panoramic view of peaks and forests makes this is a splendid
tourist spot. It is also ideal place for mountain climbers and trekkers.
Thumpachi Calveri Samuchayam: (35 km from Thodupuzha) This is a picnic
spot also ideal for meditation, relaxation and watching sunset.
Thodupuzha Sree Krishna Temple: This temple is located in the Holy land
which was very big beautiful garden in the ancient times. Thodupuzha
River which flows through the Southern side as aprocession makes the
temple and its surroundings more aesthetic and beautiful.
Blossom International Park: Sprawled over 16 acres, this park has a garden
with a profusion of blooms and a plethora of activities for adults and
children including boating, cycling, games etc.
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