Muttara Maruthimala Hills
Maruthimala is a hilly rock of 24 acres in Veliyam Grama Panchayat
According to legend, this hillock was formed when a piece of the sacred mountain Vrishabhadri fell from the hands of Lord Maruthi, another name for the monkey god Hanuman. Hence, the name Maruthimala, for ‘mala’ means mountain in Malayalam. The climb to the top may seem particularly tough, but it comes with its thrills. The trail uphill winds through rocky terrain with a stunning view of the region from the top. Low-hanging clouds surround Maruthimala, the hilltop providing a view of the vegetation and waterfalls in the distance. The hilltop also has a small pond and a shrine. The region promotes ecotourism.
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Muttara Maruthimala eco-tourism project nearing completion
KOLLAM: The Muttara Maruthimala eco-tourism project which is being implemented to boost tourism in the district is nearing completion. The project is being realised at Muttara in Veliyam panchayat. The project is being established at the 37 acres of revenue land leased from the Veliyam panchayat for 20 years. The District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) and the local body are responsible to oversee the implementation of the project.
The tourism department has earmarked Rs 45 lakh for the project. The Irrigation Department is in charge of the construction of the eco-tourism project. The construction of cafeteria, pathways, railings, toilet facilities and three sets of rest-rooms have been completed.
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Maruthimala Eco Tourism is a tourist attraction located in Kollam, Kerala. The average rating of this place is 4.40 out of 5 stars based on 175 reviews. The street address of this place is Kerala 691506, India. It is about 3.50 kilometers away from the Ezhukone railway station.
jinesh Pillai 19 months ago Woow super view. First time visit. kidalam loang view aanu . Super lengthy view. Kattadi para what's awesome because nice feell. I suggest morning or evening is suitable for view
Akash S.U 46 months ago Wonderful place to have a chill out for those mountain lovers. It is quite a nice place to spend and evening or early morning. There are small shades to sit down and enjoy the view. Make sure you are wearing some strong sandals because thare is high chances of sandal being damaged while moving around. From experience i lost a pair of sandals jumping around the rocks. Not so crowded place. High chances of getting lost while searching for the entry there are 2 or more entries. No entry fees. Be prepared to trek to the top. There is bit to walk up the hill.
Antony Jesudas 34 months ago We get an awesome view from the top There are two ways to reach the top The way in the map just leaves us in a dead end, but the locals will help you find it One way is to use a huge flight of stairs The other is to climb the mountain
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Kozhikode: Three-and-a-half months after it was closed due to the wild animal attacks in the area, Kakkayam Eco Tourism Centre re-opened on Saturday. Despite the high temperature and the anxiety over animal raids, nearly 200 visited the facility on Day 1, sources said. Kakkayam Forest and Urakkuzhi waterfalls are part of the Kakkayam Eco Tourism Centre, which is located on the Kakkayam Dam site in Koorachuntu panchayat. Riding through the forest road is one of the major attractions for tourists coming to enjoy nature's beauty.
The eco and the hydel tourism centres were closed on January 20 after a wild gaur attacked tourists. Though the boating at the hydel centre was reopened by March 1, another gaur attack that killed a local farmer forced authorities to postpone the re-opening. On March 5, farmer Palattiyil Abraham was fatally attacked by a gaur. This spooked even the local travellers away. Apart from farming, tourism is a major source of income for the villagers. The long closure impacted the businesses adversely and left the 19 tourist guides jobless. Considering the situation of the people dependent on the tourism centres, Balussey MLA Sachin Dev convened a meeting with the forest department, and it was decided to open the centre for visitors.
Weekend getaway A perfect weekend getaway, Kakkayam used to be filled with tourists who came on short visits. Tourist operators, hotels, jeep and autorickshaw services in Kakkayam town depended on the influx of visitors. “The re-opening of the tourism centres gives us new hope. Earlier on weekends, around 1,000 visitors would come in a day. If it's a holiday weekend, the footfall would reach up to 2,000. We had to close the ticket counter early,” said Salomi Thomas, a tourist guide. “The closure affected our lives, as many of us depend solely on this on the job.”
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Low-hanging clouds surround Maruthimala, the hilltop providing a view of the vegetation and waterfalls in the distance. The hilltop also has a small pond and a shrine. The region promotes ecotourism. How to Reach. By Road Kollam Bus Stand, about 26.9 km Book Now Route Map. By Rail Kollam Railway Station, about 25.6 km ...
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Spread over 30 acres of land, Maruthimala Eco Tourism in the Kollam district is a great choice for those who would like to spend quality time and experience a short trek during the weekends. Maruthimala is filled with rocks and lush green and the view of pristine nature from the top of the hill is an unforgettable experience.
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A good Eco Tourism centre with stairs to climb top good view and good sunset and sunrise view. Good place hangout with friends and family.
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Maruthimala Eco Tourism is a tourist attraction located in Kollam, Kerala. The average rating of this place is 4.30 out of 5 stars based on 153 reviews. The street address of this place is Kerala 691506, India. It is about 3.50 kilometers away from the Ezhukone railway station.
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