20 Attractions to Explore Near Mangala Devi Temple
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Parunthumpara
21.73km from Mangala Devi Temple
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.
Sabarimala
23.97km from Mangala Devi Temple
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.
Ramakkalmedu view point
24.54km from Mangala Devi Temple
Hillstation and a Hamlet. Noted for its panoramic beauty and numerous windmills and a historical site with a monument of Kuravan and Kurathi
Ayyapancoil Hanging Bridge
24.56km from Mangala Devi Temple
The longest hanging bridge in Idukki district built across Periyar river connecting two panchayaths. This place is famous for its picturesque scenery
Anchuruli Tunnel
25.17km from Mangala Devi Temple
A 5.5-kilometer tunnel carved through a single continuous granite to move water from Irattayar Dam to Idukki Reservoir.
Chinna Suruli
25.27km from Mangala Devi Temple
The Suruli Falls is also known as Cloudland Falls and Megamalai Falls. It falls from a height of around 150 ft. The ideal time to visit this place is between the months of June and October
Panchalimedu
28.34km from Mangala Devi Temple
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
Vagamon Pine Forest
32.79km from Mangala Devi Temple
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.
Calvari Mount View Point
33.03km from Mangala Devi Temple
Soak in the views of Idukki Reservoir, the Western Ghat Mountains, and tribal villages.
Idukki Dam
38.36km from Mangala Devi Temple
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
39.26km from Mangala Devi Temple
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
Marmala Waterfalls
42.81km from Mangala Devi Temple
Waterfall set amidst the thick forest and surrounded by boulders with a deep pool at it's bottom.
Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls And Dam
43.15km from Mangala Devi Temple
Waterfall that cascades through the boulders and a rocky bed.
Palkulam Medu
46.73km from Mangala Devi Temple
Pristine green hills, verdant valleys and a small infinity pool on top overlooking the valleys and mountains of the Western Ghats.
Illikkal Kallu
47.35km from Mangala Devi Temple
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.
Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary
47.74km from Mangala Devi Temple
This was established in 1988 to protect the vulnerable giant grizzled squirrel. It is bordered by the Periyar Tiger Reserve.
Kattikkayam Waterfalls
49.39km from Mangala Devi Temple
A short hike, a flight of steps, and then swim under the well-hidden Kattikkayam waterfall.
Chokramudi Peak
49.53km from Mangala Devi Temple
Three hours of a hard hike through tricky rock faces, breathtaking views, windy narrow paths. A viewpoint for an incredible sunrise.
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Mangala Devi Temple
Idukki, Kerala 685509, India
An ancient temple in the middle of the forest.