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VISITORS’ CHECKLIST
Practical Information
Idukki district. 190 km (118 miles)
N of Kochi. n Forest Divisional
Office, Kumily (04869) 22 2028,
Tourist Information Centre, Kumily
(04869) 224 571. & 8 
∑ keralatourism.org
Transport
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Madurai Herds of Elephants
Idukki
The lake, a year-round source of water, and the abundant grassland
make the sanctuary an ideal habitat for elephants, which now number
Kumily approximately 800.
NH 220
Mangaladevi The Mangaladevi Temple, 15 km
Temple (9 miles) east of Thekkady, lies at a
J height of 1,337 m (4,386 ft), and
Thekkady offers excellent panoramic views
Kottayam of the forested hills of the Ghats.

Indian Giant Squirrel
This agile squirrel can make
amazing leaps that cover about
6 m (20 ft). It is found in Periyar’s
deciduous and evergreen forests.
Edapalayam

Manakarala

Periyar Periyar Lake
Dam Mullakkudy
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Periyar Lake
Two-hour boat cruises on the mist-
shrouded lake offer excellent
opportunities for spotting wildlife,
especially herds of elephants.

Thannikudi
J
Periyar
Key
National highway
Major road Orchids
Minor road Periyar is known for its many species of
flowering plants, including nearly 150
species of orchids. The rare orchid
Habeneria periyarencis, named after the
region, is found only here.
For keys to symbols see back flap

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