Tuesday, August 3, 2010

ARANYA

KALLAR, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Getting there

Aranya is on the Thiruvananthapuram-Ponmudi Road, about 44 km from the city.

It is 7 km after Vithura.

It is near to Sundari Madam’s house at Vattakayam Junction.

Things to do

Travel 25 km from Nedumangad to see the heritage Koyikkal Palace, which also has a folklore museum and a numismatic museum.

The entry to Meenmutty Falls is a 10- minute walk. Take a pass and the competent forest guides take you on the 45 minute trek to the pristine waterfalls.

Take a book and lounge in the sit-out to read and watch the changing moods of the day reflected in the hills.

Wade in the river, make paper boats and the cover the child in you.

Dip your tired feet in the river for a free massage and pedicure.

Explore the picturesque Golden valley, beyond the river, which is crisscrossed with streams and weathered rocks. Peppara Dam, (12 km), Aruvikkara Dam, (37 km) where you can feel swarms of fish near an ancient temple and Neyyar Dam (30 km) are other attractions.

Tariff

Rs. 2,750/- per day for the entire house.
Rs. 1,750/- per day for each bedroom.