20 Attractions to Explore Near Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
All attractions near Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Anchuruli Tunnel
7.58km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
A 5.5-kilometer tunnel carved through a single continuous granite to move water from Irattayar Dam to Idukki Reservoir.
Calvari Mount View Point
11.27km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Soak in the views of Idukki Reservoir, the Western Ghat Mountains, and tribal villages.
Vagamon Pine Forest
13.41km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
The pine trees on the slopes of the hill create an incredible view. Pine forests are a rare sight in Kerala and this is one of the few you can visit.
Idukki Dam
15.41km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
One of the highest arch dams in Asia.This double curvature arch dam is constructed between two hills locally known as Kuravan and Kurathy.
Cheruthoni Dam
16.08km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Third highest concrete gravity dam in India which is 138 metre tall and is constructed as a part of Idukki hydroelectric project along with the two other dams at Idukki and Kulamavu. One of the main Picnic spot and viewpoint in Idukki
Parunthumpara
18.8km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Parunthumpara is a viewpoint offering a birdseye view of endless stretches of green forests and low-lying areas. It is called Parunthumpara (eagle rock) because of its large rocky area with projection combined to look like an eagle facing the vast lands of the Western Ghat Mountains. The rock projection is called Tagore Rock as it appears to have the shape of Rabindranath Tagore, the famous Bengali polymath.
Marmala Waterfalls
20.23km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Waterfall set amidst the thick forest and surrounded by boulders with a deep pool at it's bottom.
Panchalimedu
21.86km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Situated at a height of 2,500 ft (760 m) above the sea level, the place is surrounded by deep valleys and hills, accompanied by meadows, grasslands, and cool refreshing climate. Pilgrims from the various regions gather here to witness the Makaravilakku, a holy flame that is believed to a supernatural phenomenon by the devotees, which appears annually on 14 January in the Ponnambalamedu summit
Illikkal Kallu
23.71km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Illikkal Kallu (Illikkal Rock) is a large rock located 900 meters above the sea level on Illikkal Mala (Illikkal Mountain) in the Western Ghats. The rock is peculiar for its view, with half of it fallen down years ago and the remaining half still standing tall intimidating and fascinating its visitors. The beauty of the landscape is comparable to that of the popular Pillar Rocks at Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu.
Palkulam Medu
24.13km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Pristine green hills, verdant valleys and a small infinity pool on top overlooking the valleys and mountains of the Western Ghats.
Mangala Devi Temple
24.56km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
An ancient temple in the middle of the forest.
Kattikkayam Waterfalls
25.43km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
A short hike, a flight of steps, and then swim under the well-hidden Kattikkayam waterfall.
Ramakkalmedu view point
25.55km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Hillstation and a Hamlet. Noted for its panoramic beauty and numerous windmills and a historical site with a monument of Kuravan and Kurathi
Keezharkuthu waterfalls
26.4km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
The waterfall located inside forest, falling from a height of 60 meters and accessible by hiking.
Ilaveezhapoonchira
28.09km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Ilaveezhapoonchira, sandwiched in the border of Kottayam and Idukki Districts of Kerala State in Southern India is a hill station surrounded by three hillocks - Mankunnu, Kudayathoor Vindhyan and Thonippara. This mesmerising hill station offers panoramic views spreading five districts of the state- Kottayam, Idukki, Ernakulam, Alappuzha, Pathanamthitta, and Thrissur.
Sabarimala
32.09km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Temple complex located inside a Tiger reserve. One of the largest annual pilgrimage in the world happens here- with 40 to 50 million devotees visiting it every year.
Thommankuthu Waterfalls
34.42km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Thommankuthu Waterfall is not a single fall, but a series of waterfalls set in a 12 km hiking stretch on river Kaliyar. The falls are inside the forest with each having pools at its bottom which are good for a dive. The falls are situated in the Idukki District of Kerala State in Southern India.
Chokramudi Peak
35.35km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Three hours of a hard hike through tricky rock faces, breathtaking views, windy narrow paths. A viewpoint for an incredible sunrise.
Anachadikuth Waterfalls
35.93km from Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
It is a lesser-known waterfall situated in the Idukki district. With the low depth and low rush of water, it is one of the safest waterfalls in Kerala.
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Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
Mattukatta, Ayyappancoil, Kerala 685511, India
The longest hanging bridge in Idukki district built across Periyar river connecting two panchayaths. This place is famous for its picturesque scenery