Munnar is beautiful, peaceful hill station covered with unending expanse is of tea plantations. Located 133 kms from 1600 to 1800 meters above sea level, Munnar boasts of the highest peak in South India -Anamudi 2695 meters high. Munnar the favorite summer resort of European settlers for centuries look its place on the tourism map of India only recently.

TOP STATION:-Situated at a distance of 32 Kms from Munnar. The stark contrast of these laterite, rocky mountains of top station with greeneries elsewhere is really striking. The rare and attractive Neelakurinji (Strobilatanthes) flowers in this region. There are about 46 varieties of this plant in Kerala and Strobilanthes seen in Munnar region takes twelve years to flower. The flowering season lasts for about one month.T he whole area baths in the violet of the Kurinji flowres during this season

The most renowned destination is the Periyar Wild Sanctuary at Thekkady, of India’s magor sanctuary areas. The drive to Thekkady itself is enchanting as the road winds through tranquil countryside, rich plantations and thick jungles.he sanctuary offers a lovely and comfortable way to see the animals via boat rides on the man make lake,which the wildlife areas encircled.

In addition to the wildlife, there are water and land birds galore here, and one can sometimes find dedicated bird watchers setting out for two weeks of serious observations .There are two KTDC run lodges within the sanctuary, the main Aranya Nivas stone lodge at the head of the lake, and the romantic lake palace on a small island/promontory up the lake, reachable only by boat. The Lake Palace was the former Maharaja’s summer palace and will satisfy the most dedicated romantics.Though the sanctuary is open throughout the year, the best season is from September to May.

Adventure Park
Adventure Park is located near Ashramam, 3 km away from Kollam KSRTC Bus stand. The District Tourism support Council arranges backwater cruises from here. Both children and adults can have various activity here. Different types of boats including luxury cruise boats, powerboats and motor boats are offered on hire from the boat jetty.

Sasthamkotta
Sasthamcottah is an beautiful village situated about 19 km from Kollam town.Sasthamkotta is major freshwater lake in Kerala and is surrounded by hills on three sides except on the south side. Water supply to the Kollam town is met by purifying the water from this lake. The ancient Sastha Temple which lends its name to the town, is an important pilgrim centre. A great part of the lake has been reclaimed for agriculture. The lake has a capability to hold 22390 million litres of water and serves as the source of drinking water for the people of Kollam district. The source of water is from the underground sprouts. This attractive place is well connected by rails and roads with every part of Kerala.

Palaruvi Waterfalls
The Palaruvi waterfall is situated near to the Thenmala Eco tourism project. There are so many waterfalls around this place. . The journey to Palaruvi through the dense tropical forest is a spellbinding experience. Ayurvedic physicians sometimes recommend a bath in the waters of Palaruvi.The waterfall lies 75 kilometers from the Kollam town.

Ashtamudikkayal
The eight (ashta) arms or channels of this lake give it the name Ashtamudi. Located in Kollam, Kerala, it forms the gateway to the backwaters and a cruise on the lake is a fantastic treat to the eyes. Boating through this back waters is thrilling experience Kollam- Alappuzha water route is through Ashtamudikkayal. The voyage in boat to Munroe Islands is a wonderful experience. You can also mark Chinese fishing nets at many places.

Thevally Palace
Thevally palace was built during the reign of Gauri Parvathy Bai of Travancore in the early 19th century. This palace overlooks the attractive Ashtamudi Lake and is best viewed from the lake itself. The natural gift is set amidst amidst surroundings covered by hills on the three sides.