2. Vagamon in brief
Vagamon, at an elevation of 1100 m above the sea level is at an
accessible distance of 100 km from Cochin and 60 km from Kottayam.
It is a paradise for the seekers of peace and tranquility and
abundance of nature. The hill station is surrounded by tea estates
and will soon become India's foremost Eco-Tourism Projects.
3. The hill station is a amalgamation of natural beauty, religious
mysticism and colonial legacies. Vagamon is surrounded by three
chain of hills, namely, Thangal hill, Murugan hill and
Kurisumala.
The hill station of Vagamon is an ideal destination for a break
away from the fast lanes of city life and to live a laidback life.
The important
4. tourist attractions of Vagamon are the Kurisumala hill, which is
ideal for trekking. A small church over the top of the hill and the
nearby KurisumalaAshramam are worthy of a visit. KurisumalaAshramam
is actually a monastery for Christian ascetics, who have belief in
the Christianity along with the Indian spiritual beliefs and the
Gandhian thought.
5. Vagamon is a popular spot for trekkers. The hill station offers
all the tourists wit an opportunity for long treks, paragliding,
mountaineering and rock climbing. Placid lakes are the location
where you can sit idle for hours or can go for boating. You may
spot wild animals like elephants and wild buffalos if you quest
deep into the forests.
6. Vagamon is also a perfect base station for the tourists who wish
to explore other nearby hill stations such as Thekkady, Kurisumala,
Thangalpara, Muruganmala and Kulamavu.
IllikalPeak , is the origin of the River Meenachil and is a
mythological site. Local belief has it that a bird brings the
mythical herb atop this mountain to whosoever seeks eternal life!
The natural menhirsatop the mountain
7. takes on a mystical meaning to those who view it from afar. A
climb to the top is a rewarding experience to trekkers as well as
to those who wish to see the origin of one of Kerala's life giving
rivers.
Maramala Waterfalls , a scenic stream and its breathtaking
waterfalls are together referred to as "Enchantress of the Jungle"
in the local lore.
8. Sliding down the numerous hillocks, this gushing water has
etched out over the years a deep natural pond amongst the
rocks.
Poonjar Palace , the ancient kingdom still draws the crowds to
marvel at an era gone past. It is a glorious testimony to the regal
opulence of a bygone era. The present day Munnar was a small
principality under these rajahs till hey were given out on lease to
the British tea companies two centuries ago.
9. Ayyampara , or Five Rocks, a 30-acre rock formation is a
favourite haunt for those who wish to see some spectacular
sunsets
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