Monsoon

The Monsoons in Kerala do not take the pattern of incessant rains continuing for weeks. Virtually it rains for a few hours with sunny interludes. Occasionally the rains might stretch on for a few days but the respite of sunshine is never far away. People look forward to seeing the sun peep through the wet palm fronds and rain drenched green. These golden interludes provide an equilibrium to life's natural flow.

Kerala has mainly two rainy seasons. The Southwest Monsoon that arrives in the month of June is called Edavappathy, as it comes in the middle of the month of Edavam on the Malayalam Calendar.

Mid October witnesses the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon. In the Malayalam calendar this month is called Thulam and hence the name Thulavarsham meaning the 'The Rains in Thulam'. Now the gathering rain clouds are from the Bay of Bengal. These bearers of rain hurry to Kerala through the Palakkad Gap in the Western Ghats. The swirling, jostling, billowing dark messenger of life sailing on the wings of northeast winds is a breathtaking sight to behold.

The art forms of Kerala demand the utmost dedication and training. These native art forms require complete control over each nerve of the body. As part of this training the artists undergo ayurvedic therapies. Special herbal oils and medications are applied on the body of the artist during the Monsoon time to ensure muscle flexibility and dexterity of movement.

As nature recoups with the rains, it is rejuvenation time for humans too. According to Ayurveda, Monsoon is the best season for rejuvenation therapies. During the Monsoon season, the atmosphere remains dust-free and cool, opening the pores of the body to the maximum, making it most receptive to herbal oils and therapy.
  
Kerala Turns Romantic during Monsoon: What is more romantic than the sound of rain? The green ambience of Kerala and constant downpours makes it a romantic spot for many couples out there. It opens several getaways for them to escape with their partners and spend memorable time tohgether. Some of places to visit in Kerala in monsoon are Kerala backwaters, Wayanad, Vagamon, Poovar Island, Bekal beach, Alappuzha, Munnar, Kovalam, Kumarakom, and Thekkady. These countless number of destinations looks even more beautiful during rain and can offer you spectacular sightseeing spots and romantic honeymoon spots during your trip.It has more such hideouts and getaways that can enthrall you and make your monsoon trip to Kerela most memorable.

Meghamalai: Its a one of the wonderful place I had visited.Located in tamilnadu near Kumaly Idukki District, South india. Around 50 km from Theni.Main attractions are Dams, Tea estates, climate, hills. The place is situated at an elevation of 1,500 m above sea level.

Meghamalai, Means "The hill which touch clouds". its look similar like muunnar. Six dams on the hill and originating place of Suruli Theertham (Suruli Water falls  near Cuumbum town) are popular attractions for tourists. From Manalar dam, one can view the deep Cuumbum Valliey and the villages of Theni District. T

 

Bodimettu....

Bodimettu is a locality in Theni district in the state of Tamil nadu in India, near the border with Kerala. It is 10 km from Poopara on the way to Bodinayakkanur by the side of National Highway 49, which runs from Madurai to Kochi.

it is just 30 mints from Bodinayakannur, and the perfect place for picnic and spend a nice time with mountain views and chill weather of hill station, lot of developments are going to promote this place for tourist who come to visit Munnar, Chinnakanal and near by hill & tea gardens.

Kambam

One of the beautiful evening with my friends... green... green... green.... everywhere green..

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Bodymettu

Its located at kerala thamilnadu boarder, its highrange hill area with cooling climate.

Kochi-theni

These are the pictures taken at Koch- Madurai national highway during the way of my travel to Theni.

A wonderful travel experience.

 

This is a small water fall situated in neriamangalam near Kothamangalam. Very nice and Cooling Place

Thekkadi

The Periyar forests of Thekkady is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India. Spread across the entire district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities for treks and mountain walks.

the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.  Spread across 777 sq.km, of which 360 sq.km is thick evergreen forest, the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978.The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar adds to the charm of the park.  This is the only sanctuary in India where you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake.  The greatest attraction of Periyar, however, are the herds of wild elephants that come down to play in the lake.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Kottayam Railway Station, about 68 km away
Nearest airport: Madurai, about 140 km and Cochin International Airport, about 190 km.