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Konni (Agricultural
Region)
11 kms from Pathanamthitta, an agricultural region, Konni is rich in cash
crops like rubber, pepper, coffee, ginger etc. IT is also used as a centre
for training elephants.
Mannadi (folk Art Centre)
This is where Veluthampi Dalawa, the renowned freedom fighter of
Travancore, spent his last days. The ancient Bhagavathy Temple here
contains some interesting stone sculptures. Mannadi is also the venue of
the Kerala Institute of Folklore and Folk Arts.
Muloor Smarakam (Memorial)
The memorial to Muloor, a renowned reformer and poet, is located at
Elavumthitta.
Aranmula
The Parthasarathi Temple, dedicated to Sree Krishna, on the banks of the
holy River Pamba, attractions large crowds of devotees. The famous
Aranmula snake boat race is held on the last day of the weeklong Onam
festival. The 'Vijinana Kalavedi" at Aranmula imparts training in the
traditional arts like 'Kathakali', classical dances, classical music as
well as 'Kalaripayattu'. Foreign tourists stay here for long periods to
get a first hand knowledge of the culture of Kerala. The Parthasarathi
Temple here also has fine murals from the 18th century. Aranmula is also
very famous for its hand made mirrors of polished metal called ' Aranmula
Kannadi', which is a unique craft and not found anywhere else in the
world.
Sabarimala (Pilgrim
Centre)
One of the most famous pilgrim centres in India, Sabarimala is situated on
the mountain ranges of the Western Ghats, at an altitude of 914 m above
sea level and is accessible only by foot, from Pamba (4kms). The hold
shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappa attracts thousands of pilgrims from all
over India, from different castes, creed, especially from other parts of
South India. Mandalapooja and Makaravilakku are the two main events of the
pilgrim season, which is from Nov to mid Jan. The Temple remains closed
during the rest of the year, except for the first five days of every
Malayalam month and during 'Vishu' in April. Sabarimala is surrounded by
hazardous hills like Karimala and Neelimala. Men of all ages are allowed
inside the temple but women only below 10 years and above 50 years of age
are permitted inside.
Omallur (Cattle fair)
The Rakthakanta Swamy Temple and the annual cattle fair held in the
Malayalam month of 'Meenam' are the main attractions of Omallur. People
from all around Kerala and also many other states participate in the fair.
Charalkunnu Hill station
The picturesque hill station offers a panoramic view of the nearby
valleys. A camp house on the hill provides comfortable lodging.
Perumthenaruvi
Perumthenaruvi is a famous waterfall on the banks of the River Pamba.
Here, the water flows down a rocky bed into a ravine 60 to 100 feet deep.
The place is a favourite picnic spot for both domestic and foreign
tourists.
Vijana Kala Vedi Cultural Centre
Louba Schild, a French scholar under the Indo-French Cultural Exchange
Programme, who started this centre with UNESCO support, founded this
famous cultural centre. Those interested in culture and art, gather from
different parts of the country over here. The centre offers residential
training courses, in Kerala's traditional arts & crafts like Kathakali,
Mohiniyattam, Bharatanatyam, Kalaripayattu, Music, wood carving etc.
Kakki Reservoir
Tigers, elephants and monkeys can be sighted in the forest surrounding the
reservoir.
River Pamba
This is the main halting point on the way to Sabarimala, the famous
pilgrim centre. It is also known as 'Thriveni Sangamam', the meeting point
of three rivers.
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