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Chavara to Ponmudi

Updated: March 25, 2024 07:18 PM
Ponmudi

Chavara to Ponmudi - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Kerala, where both Chavara and Ponmudi are located, is Malayalam. However, English is also widely spoken in tourist areas.

Currency

The official currency of India is the Indian Rupee (INR). You can exchange currency at banks, exchange bureaus, and hotels.

Distance

The distance between Chavara and Ponmudi is approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Ponmudi from Chavara:

  • By bus: There are several buses that run between Chavara and Ponmudi. The journey takes about 2 hours and costs around INR 100-150.
  • By train: The nearest railway station to Ponmudi is at Neyyattinkara, which is about 30 kilometers away. From Neyyattinkara, you can take a bus or taxi to Ponmudi.
  • By taxi: You can also hire a taxi to take you from Chavara to Ponmudi. The journey takes about 1 hour and costs around INR 1,500-2,000.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Chavara to Ponmudi will vary depending on your mode of transportation and your budget. However, here are some approximate costs:

  • Bus: INR 100-150
  • Train: INR 50-100
  • Taxi: INR 1,500-2,000

Best time to go

The best time to visit Ponmudi is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is cool and pleasant. However, you can visit Ponmudi at any time of year, as the weather is generally mild.

What to Eat

Ponmudi offers a variety of delicious food options. Here are some of the must-try dishes:

  • Appam: A type of pancake made with rice flour and coconut milk.
  • Puttu: A steamed cylindrical dish made with rice flour and coconut.
  • Idli: A steamed rice cake served with chutney and sambar.
  • Dosa: A thin pancake made with rice batter and lentils.
  • Sadya: A traditional Kerala feast served on a banana leaf.

Where to Go

Ponmudi offers a variety of attractions for visitors, including:

  • Ponmudi Hill Station: The main attraction of Ponmudi is its hill station, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
  • Kallar River: A beautiful river that flows through the Ponmudi Hill Station.
  • Meenmutty Waterfalls: A picturesque waterfall located near the Ponmudi Hill Station.
  • Golden Valley: A lush green valley located near the Ponmudi Hill Station.
  • Neyyar Dam: A large dam located near the Ponmudi Hill Station.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Chavara to Ponmudi:

  • What is the distance between Chavara and Ponmudi? The distance between Chavara and Ponmudi is approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles).
  • How long does it take to get from Chavara to Ponmudi? The journey takes about 2 hours by bus and 1 hour by taxi.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Chavara to Ponmudi? The cost of traveling from Chavara to Ponmudi will vary depending on your mode of transportation. However, here are some approximate costs: Bus: INR 100-150 Train: INR 50-100 Taxi: INR 1,500-2,000
  • What is the best time to visit Ponmudi? The best time to visit Ponmudi is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is cool and pleasant.
  • What are some of the must-try dishes in Ponmudi? Some of the must-try dishes in Ponmudi include appam, puttu, idli, dosa, and sadya.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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