About Periyar Lake :
This lake was conceived by A British engineer, Col.V.Pennycuick who was the then chief engineer of Madras Presidency.Discover the veritable essence of Kerala’s well kept wilderness secrets at Thekkady. This green oasis is one of the last safe havens for the elusive Indian tiger- an endangered species now on the verge of extinction. This exotic land reminds of a colorful impressionistic painting stirred to life as if by a miracle. Thekkady’s fantabulous landscape is diffused with exotic spice plantations, green carpets of endless tea gardens and lush tropical forests. Garbed in vibrant hues and bountiful gifts of nature,Thekkady offers a perfect romantic escapade into the soothing laps of Mother Nature. Thekkady is home to the Periyar Tiger Reserve, one of the best among the 27 tiger reserves in India. The very name of this romantic land conjures up exotic visions of wildlife, plantations, spice scented air, crystal clear lakes and mist covered endless rolling hills. Thekkady epitomizes Kerala’s sublime beauty in all its pristine glory. Come and be overwhelmed with a vacation of your lifetime in this dazzling land of impeccable beauty. Each day in this exotic land is a celebration of life and nature; epitomizing “La Dolce Vita”.
General Information about Periyar Lake :
Location: Thekkady
State: Kerala
Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
Language: Malayalam, English, Hindi
Temperature: Max 36˚C, Min 28˚C (summer), Max 28˚C, Min 18˚C (winter)
Best Season: October to March
How to Reach Periyar Lake :
By Air:
The nearest Airport is to Thekkady is Madurai, which is at a distance of 140 kilometres. Apart from that, you can access the airports at Kochi at a distance of 180 kilometres and Thiruvananthapuram at a distance of 260 kilometres.
By Rail:
The railway station nearest to Thekkady is Kumarakom, located at a distance of 114 kilometres. Another station is at Madurai located at a distance of about 130 kilometres.
By Road:
Thekkady is connected to all major towns and cities in Kerala through an excellent network of roads. The nearest place is Kumily at a distance of 4 kilometres.