Peerumedu

One among the highest spots on the hilly routes in Tamilakam (before) and a very popular hillside in Kerala today at a whopping altitude of over Three thousand feet is this site of Peerumedu. It is one of the most attractive spots of Kerala and has been bringing a lot of tourism to the state proudly being among the best things to see in Thekkady. and it just cannot be missed in any Thekkady tour package.

Best Time to Explore

The best time to explore the lush hillside is between April and June in summers and from September to November in early winters. 

Major Attractions

The Legend

As per the legends, the name of the beautiful hillside is believed to have been taken from the sacred Sufi Saint, Peer Mohd. The story that has been doing rounds amidst the locals ever since is that he was the first person ever to have traded spices from the hill. 

Peerumedu waterfalls.

You can also find waterfalls here. This place is beautiful and you can enjoy it here with your family.

Fertile Heaven

Being an extremely fertile land, this extraordinary site of the hill is home to the production of innumerable spices, beverages and much more which Kerala is known for. The neverending list includes peppers, cardamom, rubber, coffee, tea, coconut, turmeric and much more. It is one of the prime distributors of all the above-listed products.

The Royal Heritage

The site is believed to be a royal site in itself as it was the Summer home of the aristocracy of Travancore. The summer home is now constructed into a magnificent guest house by the Govt. Dept. Of Tourism.

The Landscape

The breathtaking site is a combination of the best attributes and activities possible when it comes to scenic sights and adventure sports. The list varies from waterfalls, trek routes through some of the densest jungles, Periyar Sanctuary, and even horse riding. The list of the hills offering these within and nearby the site is never-ending, yet to name a few, the list includes Madammakkulam, Pattumala, Karandakapara, Valanjamkanam (for Waterfalls) and much more.

As a result of all these attributes, it becomes one of the must-visit places in Thekkady and a key inclusion in Kerala tour packages.