Munadakayam, Thekkady(Periyar), Kerala India

Munadakayam is considered to be the main gateway to Thekkady. Crossing the Mundakayam Bridge, the road winds higher up the mountain side. The view of the mist-enveloped mountain stretches and the cool mountain air soothing and exhilarating.

Mundakayam is a small town in Kottayam District of Kerala state, South India. It is the gateway to the high ranges of Kerala, and is at the border of Kottayam and Idukki districts. It is here that the high ranges of south Kerala start. It is one of the most developed towns in Kerala, with rubber plantations, and greenery. The river Manimala runs through Mundakayam. Nearby locations include Panchalimedu, Kuttikkanam, 15 km drive from Mundakayam town and is around 3500 feet above sea level, Peermade and Thekkady.