Vagamon Idukki,Kerala,India - Vagamon is a great place for nature lovers - Kerala Tourism

Vagamon is a very beautiful place in Idukki dist of Kerala. Vagamon is a great place for nature lovers and is also a great getaway in South India. Situated 1,100 meters above sea level, the lush green plains, blue hills and meandering rivers are a direct reflection of the ones in Scotland, which is why Vagamon is also called the 'Scotland of Asia'. For adventure buffs, there are activities such as rock climbing, trekking, mountaineering and paragliding.1100 meters above sea, far away from the loud city culture, lush greenery and serenity to gift every visitor, Vagamon could be your quiet offbeat hill station in Kerala away from maddening tourist crowds.Situated on the hills of the Idukki-Kottayam border, Vagamon is a great place known for eco-tourism and is a good place to unwind with your loved ones. Blessed with a mesmerizing view which is breath taking and can rejuvenate you completely..

Vagamon

The Best Attractions In Vagamon

Vagamon Pine Forest

Pine forest is one of the main attractions in Vagamon. Here you get to walk through the tall pine trees. Walk around the trees and capture some amazing pictures. The tall trees provide shade and even during peak summer, the place is very comfortable and as air conditioned climate.

Barren Hills ( Mottakkunnu )

This place gives a different feel during each season. After rainy season it’s a green meadow, lush green.. During winter, it’s a misty mist valley.. And during Feb, when I visited, it was a mix of greenish yellowish grass meadow.. The weather was pleasant.. So you could walk around the place to enjoy the blue sky and the nature’s beauty.. There is option to go for boating here.. There is an entry fee of Rs. 10 per person..

Murugan Hill - Murugan Mala

Murugan Mala is a small hill. it is one of the popular places of pilgrimage in the region, and among the top places to visit in Vagamon.

Kurishumala Vagamon

Kurushumala hills is a Christian pilgrimage center in Vagamon. Apart fro that, this is also an excellent trekking site in Vagamon. The hike starts at Kallillakavala (Kurisumala base). As you trek up, there are 14 crosses (known as 'Way of the cross') at regular intervals on the hill. There is a small church on top.

Thangalpara - Thangal Hill - Vagamon

Thangal Hill, known as thangal paara (paara means rock) in the local language is a must visit place in Wagamon. It is part of a Muslim pilgrimage, it has the resting place (Dargah) of Sufi Saint Hasrath Sheikh Fariduddin Baba. There is no restrictions to people from other relegion, but the caretakers were welcoming us even though it was little late in the evening.

Parunthumpara Vagamon

The main attractions of Parunthumpara are Suicide Point and Tagor Head . A nearby tourist spot is Thekkady. Parunthumpara is a small village, located between Peermade and Thekkady.