Introduction to Ponmudi

Introduction on Ponmudi: Located 61 Km away from Trivandrum, Ponmudi is a quaint hill station in the state of Kerala. Standing tall at around a 1,000 Meters above the sea level, Ponmudi is a very populat travel destination in Western Ghats. Lost of peace and plenty of nature is the things to be expected from your travel to Ponmudi. The place is a trekker's paradise as much as it is an ecologist's haven. Ponmudi, which was until not so long ago a nook in the hills, is growing in popularity.

Tourist Attractions in Ponmudi: When you travel to Ponmudi, you will realize that the place with its spectacular sights is an attraction in itself. However, if you are looking for spots of sightseeing then there are plenty of them too. The town of Varkala being located close to Ponmudi, your sightseeing can extend to making a pilgrimage to the Janardanaswamy Temple, and even visit the famous Nature Center. The attractions within the scope of Ponmudi, aside of the sloping hills, deep valleys and quaint hillside cottages are the Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary, the Golden Valley, the Deer Park and idyllic tea-estates and spice plantations that also offer you a conducted tour. Another renowned attraction of travel to Ponmudi is the Aaranmula Boat Race. Held every year in August, it is celebrated with much fanfare in the village of Aaranmula. This boat race is an integral part of the festivities and rituals of the Aaranmula Temple Festival.

How to reach Ponmudi: Aside of the roadways, which is the most convenient way of reaching Ponmudi, you are not likely to have much problem even if you are traveling to Ponmudi by air or rail. Both airport and railway terminus are located in Trivandrum, which is no more that 61 Km off. From Trivandrum you can easily avail of buses, taxis or even auto rickshaws. Road routes to Ponmudi are available from other parts of Kerala too.