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Staying at Mangadan’s Heritage Homestay gives you the perfect opportunity to explore some of Kerala’s most scenic destinations:
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Vagamon (55 km) 🌿 – Known as the “Switzerland of Kerala,” Vagamon offers rolling green meadows, pine forests, trekking trails, and paragliding adventures.
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Kumily & Thekkady (35 km) 🐘 – Famous for the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, elephant rides, spice plantations, and boating in the Periyar lake.
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Munnar (70 km) 🌸 – A hill station blessed with tea gardens, waterfalls, viewpoints, and a cool misty climate.
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Cumbum (30 km) 🍇 – A beautiful valley town in Tamil Nadu, surrounded by vineyards, vegetable farms, and scenic landscapes.
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🌿 Vagamon (Approx. 55 km | 1.5–2 hrs)
Vagamon, often called the Switzerland of Kerala, is a serene hill station known for its lush green meadows, rolling hills, pine forests, and misty valleys. It is a paradise for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and photographers. Activities like trekking, rock climbing, paragliding, and off-road jeep rides make Vagamon an ideal spot for both relaxation and adventure.
🐘 Kumily & Thekkady (Approx. 35 km | 1 hr)
Thekkady is home to the world-famous Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can enjoy boating on Periyar Lake while spotting elephants, deer, and exotic birds. Kumily, a nearby town, is renowned for its spice plantations and local markets offering cardamom, pepper, and other authentic Kerala spices. Elephant rides, bamboo rafting, and guided jungle safaris make Thekkady a must-visit for wildlife enthusiasts.
🌸 Munnar (Approx. 70 km | 2–2.5 hrs)
Munnar is one of Kerala’s most famous hill stations, known for its endless tea plantations, cool climate, waterfalls, and breathtaking viewpoints. Popular attractions include Eravikulam National Park (home of the Nilgiri Tahr), Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point, and Top Station. Whether you’re walking through tea estates, enjoying scenic drives, or sipping fresh tea at a plantation, Munnar offers a rejuvenating escape into nature.
🍇 Cumbum (Approx. 30 km | 45 min)
Located just across the border in Tamil Nadu, Cumbum is a beautiful valley surrounded by the Western Ghats. Famous for its vineyards, vegetable farms, and tranquil landscapes, Cumbum offers a unique rural charm. The town is known as the "Grapes City of South India," where visitors can explore farms, taste fresh produce, and enjoy the beauty of agricultural fields set against mountain backdrops.
