EXPLORE . UNWIND
Why settle for less than God's own country when you need a reboot from a hectic work life. Explore the village life and indulge in private time with nature.
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ILLIKAL KALLU
25kms / 45mins drive
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Illikal Kallu is a monolith situated at 3400 ft above sea level. You will have to hike less than 1 km to reach the summit to enjoy the wind and a close view of the rock.
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KAYYOOR NADUKANI
9kms / 17mins drive
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'Naadukani' translates to view point. Walk through the bumpy rocks and jungle path to reach. Try to reach early morning to enjoy the awe-inspiring sunrise view.
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RUBBERBAND UNIT
1kms / 2mins drive
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See how rubber bands are produced from locally sourced natural latex at a cottage unit. The extruded rubber tubes in colorful hues put to dry in the sun will be a treat for your cameras.
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GRAMOPHONE MUSEUM
6.5kms / 12mins drive
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The remarkable collector Sunny Mathew has over 1 lakh rare records, including records in their earliest form and about 260 gramophones/ record players/ phonographs of different varieties.
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St. ALPHONSA SHRINE CHURCH
6kms / 13mins drive
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The mortal remains of the St. Alphonsa, first woman saint from India is entombed at this church which is now a famous pilgrim centre. Thousands gather at this holy shrine every year during the feast.
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VILLAGE WALK
2kms / 20mins walk
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Spend your mornings strolling through the quiet village roads, walk into the rubber and pineapple plantations. Treat yourself with a cup of chai and snack from one of the village stores.
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