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Nedumkandam 

 
Nedumkandam grama panchayat  develop a hilltop on Pappinimedu as a science park for which nearly three acres of land has been earmarked. The hilltop provides a clear view of the wind farms  at Ramakkalmedu,Pushpakandam in addition to the aerial view of the nearby areas.


Now the areas are  open for viewing for public with pass.A telescope unit at the hilltop is attracting crowds especially students from various educational institutions in the district.The grama panchayat has spent lot of money for setting up a watch tower and the telescope is powerful enough to watch the stars clearly.The telescope has an auto tracking system with 11 inch lens to provide a clear view of the galaxy and the stars that cannot be traced by an ordinary telescope.The telescope is open for public on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday. A science museum will also be set up.













1. Munnar-62 Km
2. Thekkady- 44 Km
3. Wagamon- 88 Km
4. Ramakalmettu-13 km
5. Idukki Dam-48 Km


Ramakkalmedu



Ramakkalmedu is a hill station and a hamlet in Idukki district in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located about 15 km from Nedumkandom on the Munnar-Thekkady route. It provides a panoramic view of Tamil Nadu villages and towns. It is the proposed site for power generation using winds. It belives that or there is a folk-tale that lord 'Sree Rama', the Hindu mythological God had set his foot on this rock and hence the name Rama-Kal-Medu (Meaning: Rama's foot imprints).
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  • Statue of Kuruvan & Kuruthi located at the top of one of the Ramakkalmramakkalmeduedu hills is one of the major tourist site in Ramakkalmedu.
  • Studies have shown that Ramakkalmedu is the most suitable place for setting up the farm, as the area is blessed with uninterrupted and high velocity wind during the season. Kerala Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan inaugurated the first wind farm in Idukki, set up at Ramakkalmedu with private participation, at a function to be held in Thookkupalam on 27th April 2008. Seven wind farm units have started supply of power to the KSEB's Kallar sub-station.
  • The main feature of this hill is that, tourists can reach there by foot or by vehicle. Parking area is also available there. Vehicles are not allowed to enter in to the statue compound. From this site, we can see the Ramakkalmedu Wind Energy Farm.
  •  The wind farm was set up after a survey of the wind path and its velocity. With more power units to come up in the area, the total power generated will be marginally increased. All the units have started supplying power to the Kerala State Electricity Board's (KSEB) Kallar sub-station, 17 km away from the installed area.


Idukki Dam


In the heart of the District lies the IDUKKI DAM-Asia's biggest Arch Dam of 555 feet height proudly standing between the two mountains 'Kuravanmala'-839 meters and 'Kurathimala' (925 meters ). This prestigeous project of our nation is situated in Idukki District and its underground Power House is located at Moolamattom which is about 19 kms from Thodupuzha. Idukki Dam is 43 kms away from Moolamattom.

Munnar

Munnar - breathtakingly beautiful - a haven of peace and tranquility - the idyllic tourist destination in God's own country.

Set at an altitude of 6000 ft in Idukki district, Munnar was the favored summer resort of the erstwhile British rulers in the colonial days. Unending expanse of tea plantations - pristine valleys and mountains- exotic species of flora and fauna in its wild sanctuaries and forests - aroma of spice scented cool air - yes! Munnar has all these and more. It's the place you would love to visit - it's the place you would wish never to leave- so welcome - log on to munnar.com for all information on Munnar anytime, every time.
  

Altitude : 1600 Mts to 1800 Mts above sea level
Tourist Season : August to May
Clothing : Warm Clothes and Rain Gear
Temperature : Min. 0 c - Max. 25 c

Thekkady

Thekkady in Kerala State , India 's largest wildlife sanctuary is a dream destination for any tourist visiting India . The 120 years old 'Surki' dam built across Peryiar, Poorna in Vedic parlance, is a major tourist attraction. This sanctuary is spread over an area of 777 Sq.Kms, surrounded by an artificial lake over an area of 25 Sq.Kms.

The Country's sole Tiger reserve, Thekkady, with its bountiful treasures of tropical flora and fauna is the ultimate reservoir of many an endangered species and a rich tribal culture. Thekkady is a pleasant heaven on earth for those who love nature in its wild manifestations.

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