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Periyar Sanctuary Travel Guide: 50 reviews and 119 photos

The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending chains of hills and spice-scented plantations. In the periyar forest of the Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India and spread across the entire district (Idukki) are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.

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In a nutshell:Breathtakingly Beautiful Place in Kerala

Last visit to Periyar Sanctuary: Sep 2005
Intro Written Sep 22, 2005
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Reviews (13)

One of the best in Thekkady Hotels (1)

Tucked away from the din and bustle of the urban Jungle. Amabi is a heritage theme holiday resort fringing the Periyar... more travel advice

Boat ride at Periyar lake - Periyar Sanctuary

Boat cruises on the Periyar Lake. Things to Do (5)

Enjoy the boat ride around and watch the animals..:) Timings :- 7 AM, 9.30 AM, 11.30 AM, 2 PM and 4 PM. The forest... more travel advice

Plantation Tours. Things to Do (5)

Plantation torus are arranged from the District Tourism information office at Thekkady Junction in Kumily. Enjoy the... more travel advice

Pullumedu Off The Beaten Path (7)

The winding journey to this hil town, along the Periyar River, offers a stunning view of the rolling hills draped in... more travel advice

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cachaseiro May 2, 2010 at 10:16 PM

this place looks really great.
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mvtouring Nov 13, 2007 at 9:55 AM

Thank you for sharing this wonderful place with the rest of us ;-)
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Sininen Mar 10, 2006 at 7:47 AM

Hello Ushar! What a beautiful place Periyar Sanctuary is! Would love to visit it one day. Happy Birthday from Finland, Sini
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FruitLover Dec 22, 2005 at 12:49 AM

Ushishi ! [uoy ssim]
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mikkie50 Oct 21, 2005 at 8:14 AM

hi ush :-)) beutiful pics . ;love to visit there if we have the time. where in kerela is this place ? in relation to cochin
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Purpleshade Oct 17, 2005 at 1:38 AM

very beautiful countryside. When you say 'treking', do you mean on foot, on horse or 4WD? :)Lesley
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jto Sep 30, 2005 at 3:12 AM

Yeah, very nice indeed! All is said already by the previous comments.:)
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DaDrifter Sep 24, 2005 at 1:04 AM

Breathtakingly beautiful indeed ... Fantastic page, Usha.
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radz Sep 23, 2005 at 6:48 AM

Very nice pics&tips.