Ponmudi

Ponmudi, meaning the Golden Crown in Malayalam, is a small peaceful hill station in Kerala that retains a quaint charm about it. Situated an altitude of 1000m above the sea level, Ponmudi is drive of 60 kms from Thiruvananthapuram. Ponmudi acts as a magnet for nature lovers who throng this hill station in droves to experience nature at its very best beginning from lush green vegetation, mountain flowers, butterflies and deer park to green hills and mist- covered valleys.

A tour of Ponmudi in Kerala India would offer you a splendid opportunity to explore your adventurous nature, as there are myriad opportunities for trekking, hiking and biking through the verdant hills and valleys where you will come across a small zoo, mainly of barasinghas, at the edge of the forest. Explore the pristine region of Ponmudi and witness the exotic variety of birds that have Ponmudi their home, the crystal clear waterfalls, and the rubber, tea, cardamom and spices plantations that render the air with their incredibly intoxicating fragrances.

If you are visiting the hill station of Ponmudi in the month of August and September, you will be able to witness the grand Aaranmula Temple Festival and watch the Aaranmula Boat Race that is a part of the celebrations. From Ponmudi, you can easily make a short excursion to the Varkala Beach. Stay in colonial stone cottages painted in violet, pink or white and experience a memorable vacation in Ponmudi.

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