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"An Elephant Countryside"

Kodanad Tourism

Kodanad, Kerala, is a beautiful village, located approximately 40kms away from Cochin. The place is easily accessible via air, rail, and road. Kodanad is widely known for its Elephant Training Centre, which can offer fascinating views. People often visit Kodanad View Point for witnessing beautiful sunsets and sunrises. Kodanad holds untouched beauty, attracting even film crews.

Located across the banks of Periyar river, various walkways are there alongside the river. Kodanad even offers Elephant safaris, which are safe and comfortable. The place has great weather almost all year round, attracting domestic and international tourists.

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Places to Visit

1. Elephant Training Centre
Situated near Perumbavoor, Kodanad Elephant Training Centre is a fascinating place to explore. It is located on the banks of Periyar River, and multiple walkways offer a great experience.

2. St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Church
One of the eight international shrines in the world, St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Church is located in Malayattoor, which is in the vicinity of Kodanad. People from all over the world come here all year round to experience the peaceful and holy environment.

3. Abhayaranyam
As the population in the Elephant Training Centre kept increasing, the need for another place for animals arose. That is when Abhayaranyam opened its doors, in 2011, for Elephants and other animals, offering them an open and safe space to roam around. The place is fenced to ensure their safety.

4. Poru Waterfalls
Poru Waterfalls is located on the banks of Periyar River and is a peaceful place to visit. It is based in Paniyeli village, offering beautiful sights. It is a treat to watch the river flowing through the rocks and forests.

Elephant Training Centre

One of the most prominent attractions in Kodanad, Elephant Training Centre has been at its place since before the 1950s. Though capturing Elephants was banned in the 1970s, this place still offers a great experience to the tourists. Here, one can witness bathing and training Elephants.

Entry Fee
Indian Adult - INR 20
Children - INR 10
Foreign National - INR 100

Timings
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Things to take care of while on a visit to the Elephant Training Centre are as follows.
- Carrying food inside the premises is prohibited.
- Don't feed or tease the animals.
- It is a place free zone, so don't take any plastic inside the premises.
- Maintain silence and resist playing music.
- Smoking and drinking alcohol inside the premises is prohibited.
- Don't enter the restricted area.

Viewpoint

Kodanad View Point is one of the major attractions of Kodanad, and for a good reason! The point offers a mesmerizing view of Nilgiri and the mountains. It also allows you to glance over the huts and tea estates. Regular buses move to and fro at this location, making it very accessible. There isn't much to devour around the View Point, other than a cuppa and some light snacks.

History of Kodanad

At the time of 1950s, Kodanad was one of the most prominent places for captured Elephant training. A couple of decades later, capturing Elephants was banned by the government, and the place has been used as rescue training centre ever since. The Elephants are now trained for multiple purposes like safari and transporting items.

Itinerary

Day 1
Reach Kodanad in the early morning, freshen up and have your breakfast. Further, depart for Elephant Training Centre, and reach there by 9:00 AM. Explore the area, witness Elephants taking a shower, and see baby Elephants getting trained. Leave the place at noon, and have an afternoon snack. Reach Abhayaranyam at 1:00 PM and witness numerous animals enjoying among themselves. Explore for 2 hours and leave the place at 3:00 PM. Further, have your lunch and go back to your stay. Spend the rest of your day in relaxation.

Day 2
After a good night's sleep, wake up as you please, freshen up, have your breakfast, and get ready for a day to be spent in the lap of nature. At noon, depart for Paniyeli Poru, one of the most peaceful and beautiful places there is! A soothing waterfall and the Periyar River flowing through rocks is a beautiful sight. Spend the day in touch with nature, and head back to your stay when you are done adoring the beauty of the place. Sleep in peace for the journey home the next day.

Traveller Tips

  • Don't forget to carry the first aid kit, as it can come in handy in case of emergencies.
  • While on a visit to the Elephant Training Centre, make sure to reach before 9:30 AM as Elephants usually shower during this time, which is a beautiful sight.
  • Don't carry eatables with you inside of attractions, as they are not allowed.
  • Don't play loud music and make sure to keep a comfortable environment for everyone.

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How to Reach Kodanad

How to Reach Overview

Kodanad is well connected to many major cities accessible by airways, railways, and roadways as well.

How to reach Kodanad by flight

The nearest airport to Kodanad is Cochin International Airport (COK). It is located at Nedumbassery, that is approximately 18kms away from Kodanad.

How to reach Kodanad by train

Aluva is the nearest airport to Kodanad, and is 25kms away from it. From Aluva, take a cab or a bus to Perumbavoor, and then further opt for regularly run buses to Kodanad.

How to reach Kodanad by bus

Reach Perumbavoor, which is the closest town to Kodanad, being only 11kms away from it. The place is well connected to major cities and has smooth roads. From Perumbavoor, one can also hop regularly run buses to Kodanad.

Local transport in Kodanad

Kodanad is equipped with an excellent intra-city transportation system. Buses are run routinely within the city and are priced affordably. Finding a cab to hire in Kodanad is easy, with many major cab rental service players available at your service. A few of such significant players are savaari.com and ksu.in. In Kodanad, one can opt for a cab with a driver, or a self-driven car.

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FAQs on Kodanad

What is famous about Kodanad?

Kodanadu View Point and Elephant Training Centre in Kodanad are worth exploring.

What is not so good about Kodanad?

High precipitation during Monsoon season, and lack of chilly winters.

Who should visit Kodanad?

People who adore the beauty of nature, and love watching the sunsets and sunrises.

What is the best time to visit Kodanad?

The best time to visit Kodanad is from December to May as during these months the temperature averages at 28 degrees, which is appropriate for exploration. It feels warm and cosy, allowing you to sightsee comfortably. Kodanad experiences regular rainfalls in the months of July to September, so visiting the place during these months should be avoided; although, for those who do not mind precipitation, even these months are suitable for visiting the place. The overall weather of Kodanad remains warm and suitable for tourism.
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What is the best way to reach Kodanad?

Kodanad is well connected to many major cities accessible by airways, railways, and roadways as well.

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What are the places near Kodanad?

The top places near to Kodanad are Munnar which is 63 km from Kodanad, Alleppey which is located 75 km from Kodanad, Kochi which is located 27 km from Kodanad, Ooty which is located 145 km from Kodanad, Thattekad bird sanctuary which is located 24 km from Kodanad

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