Clouds frop gently on the peaks that flank the verdant slopes of Peermade. Rich with mile upon mile of plantations falling away in precise steps. Coffee, tea, pepper, cardamom and rubber flourish in what is the most fertile part of the Western Ghats. Broken only by spectacular waterfalls in the distance and wide-open grasslands in places. On a fairly warm day the mecury reads between five and ten degree celsius. Little wonder then, that the former Rajas of Travancore sought this tiny hill station out as there summer resort.


Sightseeing

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary : One of the largest wildlife reserves in India, this is just 43 kms (travel time : 1 hour) from Peermade. Herds of wild elephants frolicking in its splendid lake forms a major attraction. an abundance of other wildlife including sambar, flying squirrels, tigers and laughing thrushes can be observed at close quarters.