Ayyappancol Temple and Hanging Bridge at Idukki
Ayyappancoil temple and hanging bridge located at idukki district is a very beautiful tourist spot.The Ayyappancoil temple in the river periyar and the hanging bridge there are the main attractions. The place is blessed with beauty of nature at its most. Being One of the longest hanging bridges in Kerala, it is being visited by thousands every day. if promoted well, it will turn to one of the most visiting tourist spots in kerala.
Ayyappancoil temple and hanging bridge is a beautiful tourist spot located at mattukkatta of idukki district. It is also a place having 3000 years of history. The Ayyappancoil temple in the river periyar and the hanging bridge there are the main attractions. The place is blessed with beauty of nature at its most. Being One of the longest hanging bridges in Kerala, it is being visited by thousands every day.It is loacated at the kattappana-kuttikkanam natinal highway. it is located about 10km away from kattappana and about 110 km away from kottayam.Local boats can be used to reach the temple from the shore.During rainy season, the surroundings would be filled with water from idukki dam which is a visual treat to the tourists. if the government would take necessary actions for improving the facilities there, no doubt it will be one of the top tourist destinations by indians as well as foreigners. A very nice holiday destination for families, friends, or even for single explorers. idukki district has much more unexplored destinations which is serene and blessed with ethic beauty. All these places together make Kerala "God's own country". So don't hesitate to arrange your next trip to Ayyappancoil temple and hanging bridge.
Mode of transport: via road.
You can reach ayyappan coil temple and hanging bridge through NH220. Another advantage of a visit to this place is that you can easily reach nearby tourist spots such as anchuruli, kovil mala, which is the only tribe in india that has a king, ramakkalmedu, wagamon, idukki dam etc.Anchuruli is a picturesque picnic spot located 3 km from Kanchiyar village, on the Kottayam – Kattapana route in Idukki District. It is a catchment area of Idukki Arch Dam.Anchuruli is famous for its waterfalls and offers a spendid view of semi – evergreen forest grasslands and hilly areas of the Western Ghats. Locals of Anchuruli helps you to reach the waterfalls and the water that comes from Erattayar River is store here for the Idukki hydro – electric project. A 2 km tunnel that passes through the mountain, connecting Erattayar and Anchuruli, carries water to the lake. Adventurous lovers can walk through tunnel during summer although its dangerous. Anchuruli is also an ideal place for fishing. Trekking is also possible with the permission from the Divisional forest office at Kanchiyar. Edapalayam, Para Valavu, Nellipara, Kozhikanam and Chakkupara are good trekking sports in Anchuruli.
There are no restrictions in visiting these places. But one should be alert when getting into the water. unexpected strong flow of water will be there.Not trying to bath in the water would be nice so that accidents can be avoided.
Anchuruli offers a great weekend relaxation atmosphere with only sounds of birds, streams and waterfalls. It provides a bewitching and awesome view of nature. The best time to make a visit to Anchuruli is after the rainy season.
Ayyappancoil temple and surrounding places are becoming favorite locations of film directors.Shooting of a new movie starring Dileep is going on here.
