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Thiruvanthapuram-Ponmudi Road, vattakayam,ponmudi road,kallar, 1 Meenmutty Falls Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve is one of Trivandrum, India trivandrum, Kerala 695551 the most popular biosphere reserves of the country. This reserve is counted under a Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary, located on the Kallar programme started by UNESCO named as outskirts of the city, covers an area of is a very popular tourist attraction located Mar and Biosphere Reserve. It covers a total approximately 53 sq close to Ponmudi. The lush green area of approximately 1701 sq km covering km. Situated in the Western Ghats, this surroundings on both sides of River Kallar the areas of Neyyar, Shendumey and Sanctuary was established in the year 1938. offers a beautiful site to behold. If you are Peppara Wildlife Sanctuaries. The best time It is widely acknowledged for its thick forest an adventure enthusiast, you can go to visit this destination is between the cover surrounding the entire region. To trekking in the adjoining forest. The trek will months of watch the wild animals resting in their lead you to The Meenmutti Waterfall which Feb to April. Forest department permission Kallar Meenmutty Falls Road, Kallar, natural habitat, this is the best place to be. A is located at a dense forest.The waterfall is a is required to visit this reserve. Kerala 695551 dam with a reservoir in this sanctuary serves major attraction. Do remember that a as the water source for the area and adds special permission from the forest

beauty to it. department has to be taken before Menmutty Waterfalls, located in the district embarking on the trek.   of Thiruvananthapuram, is around 45 km from the city centre and is one of the most prominent attractions. The crystal clear water cascading from the mountain top offers a beautiful sight to behold. A number of small ponds formed near the waterfall 5 Koyikkal Palace, Nedumangad add to the overall beauty. The trek leading to these waterfalls passes through dense forests. A special permission from the forest 3 Kallar department has to be taken before embarking on the trek.   

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2 Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary Sathram Junction, Nedumangad, Kerala 695541 Kovalam Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/kovalam page 3

vegetarian fare--Hotel Suprabhatham. Go Lighthouse Beach, Kovalam, Kerala, 1 KTDC Golden Peak Resort for the traditional Keralite dishes, like 695527, India idiappam, avial and the Kerala version of Koyikkal Palace is an ancient palace that +91-98475-93239 thali - sadhyam. Ask the waiter to suggest dates back to the 15th century. The you the specialities or simply go for the Thali For a break from the usual curry-based architecture of this palace is worth adoring meal to get a taste of the main local dishes. menu and great views of the sea. Don't be and gives you a glimpse of the bygone era. Definitely try their pumpkin curry, which is misled by the cafe's name, for you'll find a Museums of folklore and numismatics are one of the best you'll find in the area, served lot more than just Swiss food here. Being on the other attractions of this palace. Musical fresh with friendly service. Besides of the first-floor, you'll get a panoramic view of instruments, household utensils, pieces of course, the swaying palms and the open sky the sea below while you enjoy a freshly folk art are on display at this famous make your experience of a meal here just prepared meal. Try their Schnitzel for a museum. One can see coins belonging to more perfect. change of taste. You'll also find a great different parts of the world displayed at the European breakfast menu, the perfect start numismatics museum. Do visit this palace KTDC Golden Peak Ponmudi is a beautiful 4 Devi Garden Restaurant to a touristy day. once you make a trip to Kerala.  hill resort with state-of-the-art facilities. The hotel is famous for its in-house restaurant,   3 Hotel Suprabhatham which is known for its wide menu and warm hospitality. Visit this restaurant with your family and friends and savour some mindblowing delicacies. Do try the delicious South Indian delicacies which will surely make you re-visit this place. A perfect place in Ponmudi where you can spend some quality time with loved ones.

2 Swiss Cafe Beach Road, Kovalam, Kerala, 695527, India

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If you're missing the feel of a home-cooked meal, head to this small family run eatery Where To Devi Garden Restaurant and feel right at Suprabhatham, Kovalam Beach, home. Located inside the Devi Holiday Inn Kerala, 695524, India hotel, the restaurant serves some delicious Eat and freshly prepared Indian cuisine, with +91-474-2744152 5 Places lots of options for vegetarians too. Not too http://www.ixigo.com/foods-in-of-kovalam-lp-1097037 An excellent choice for some great heavy on the pocket, this restaurant is a Kovalam Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/kovalam page 4

good break from the cliched beach-side restaurants and the general touristy crowd that flocks to the more popular restaurants there.

5 Fusion

Light House Beach, Kovalam, Kerala, 695527, India Rs. 450 +91-471-2484153

This is a 1st floor restaurant on the beach front with a beautiful atmosphere and some great seafood. Their local cuisine dishes are on the less spicy side, catering to more Western palates. You'll find a wide variety of both Eastern and Western cuisines, and sometimes an interesting fusion of both. A popular restaurant in the area, your meal will be even better with a window-side table, which overlooks the sea. Kovalam Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/kovalam page 5

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See A: Meenmutty Falls B: Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary C: Kallar D: Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve E: Koyikkal Palace, Nedumangad Accommodation F: Little Paradise Homestay G: Bethsaida Hermitage H: Paradise Gardens Beach Resort I: Little Paradise Homestay J: Bethsaida Hermitage K: Paradise Gardens Beach Resort L: Little Paradise Homestay M: Bethsaida Hermitage N: Paradise Gardens Beach Resort Food O: KTDC Golden Peak Resort P: Swiss Cafe Q: Hotel Suprabhatham R: Devi Garden Restaurant S: Fusion