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Nelliyampathi Hill station Kerala | Nelliyampathi Hill station Tourism

Located at a distance of 52 kms from Palakkad, the cool hills of Nelliampathy, nestling atop the Western Ghats, offer a breathtaking view of the misty mountains and enchanting valleys interspersed with sprawling tea, coffee, cardamom and orange plantations.

The bracing climate and green magic of nature enhance the exhilarating experience. For a vantage view of the spectacle, one must visit Seethakundu, where a 100m high waterfall provides an added attraction.

Tour to Nelliyampathi offers a fantastic view of the valley below a wide-angled vision of one-third of the entire Palakkad area. A forest range 75 kms from Palakkad, the Nelliyampathy hills comprise a chain of ridges cut off from one another by valleys of dense evergreen forests and orange plantations.

The height of the hills ranges from 467 metres to the tallest peak Padagiri looming at 1572 metres. Nelliyampathy has immense trekking potential. The community hall at Kaikatty provides a good camping ground for the trekkers.

Accessing Nelliyampathi Hill station Kerala from Palakkad is a sensation on its own, as one has to negotiate over a dozen hairpin curves on the Ghat Road, passing through the fascinating jungles of the Sahya Ranges. En route, 17 kms from Palakkad, the shimmering Pothundi Reservoir and its manicured surroundings make for the ideal stop over.

SIDELIGHTS

The Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary:

In Nelliyampathi Hill station Tourism you can also see Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary Travel Sprawling over 285 sq.kms, this neighbouring sanctrary shelters the largest population of wild Gaur ( Bison) The Cannimare Teak Tree, said to be the largest in the Asian continent towers roughly 5kms away from Thunakadavu-the headquarters of Parambikulam.

Other wildlife Such as the Nilgiri langur, sloth bear, the lilon- tailed macaque and spotted deer abound along with a handful oftigers and leoards.

Malampuzha:

The garden complex around the dam at malampuzha draws a large holiday and weekend crowd to itself.A small garden done in Japanese style adds a touch of exotic charm to the landscape. So does the hanging bridge across the canal.

How To Get There - Nelliyampathy

By Air
The nearest airport is at Coimbatore in the neighbouring state of Tamilnadu, about 55 km from Palakkad.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is in Palakkad, about 5 km from Palakkad town.
By Road
The hills of Nelliyampathy lie at a distance of 75 kms from Palakkad. It takes 2 ½ hours to travel to the place.

General Information - Nelliyampathy

Location
75 Kms From Palakkad, Kerala
Altitude
1572 m Above Sea Level
Languages
Malayalam, Hindi, English

Place to stay

Tour to Nelliyampathi offering cool respite, this fascinating Kerala hill station will ensure your pleasurable holiday. The place is graced with several hotels, resorts and guesthouses providing modern accommodation facilities. Choose from a number of luxury and budget hotels. Most hotels are located amidst lush greenery, in the lap of Mother Nature.

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