South India - Tourist Attractions - Ponmudi Hills - Kerala
The Ponmudi hills is situated 55 kilometers from Trivandrum and is among the Western Ghats. The place is haunted by both Families and group of friends alike who are known to spend their time at the hills by going on long drives along the paths of the hills. The scenic view of the valley during the drive can rival any other mountainous view in the State.
Specality of Ponmudi Hills
The temparature in Ponmudi hills is at an equitable state throughout the year. The hill takes about three hour drive from Trivandrum which is the nearest place from the hill station. It is amazing how the Kallar River flows parallel along the road in the opposite direction and the Meenmutty waterfalls that offers its spectacular beauty flowing in just a few distance away. The hill station can also be reached by trekking and camping along the hills
Nearby places
Tali temple, Mananchira square and the Crown Theater
Best time to visit
June to September makes an amazing trip to Ponmudi hills. The months of October to February offers a scenic view of the hills covered in fog.
Way to Reach
By air : The Trivandrum International Airport is the nearest airport which is 67 kilometers awayfrom the hills.
By train : The Thiruvananthapuram railway station is the nearest railway station which is 60 kilometers from the hills.
By road : Ponmudi is connected to other parts of Kerala by road and one can easily avail a bus from Trivandrum to reach the hill station.