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Rameswaram to Ponmudi

Updated: March 14, 2024 05:29 AM
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Rameswaram to Ponmudi

Language

The official languages of Tamil Nadu, where Rameswaram is located, are Tamil and English. The official language of Kerala, where Ponmudi is located, is Malayalam. However, English is widely spoken in both states.

Currency

The official currency of both Tamil Nadu and Kerala is the Indian Rupee (INR).

Distance

The distance between Rameswaram and Ponmudi is approximately 630 kilometers (391 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Ponmudi from Rameswaram:

  • By train: There is no direct train connection between Rameswaram and Ponmudi. However, you can take a train from Rameswaram to Madurai and then transfer to a train to Trivandrum. From Trivandrum, you can take a bus or taxi to Ponmudi.
  • By bus: There are several buses that run between Rameswaram and Ponmudi. The journey takes approximately 12 hours.
  • By car: The best way to reach Ponmudi from Rameswaram is by car. The journey takes approximately 10 hours.

Expenses

The cost of travel from Rameswaram to Ponmudi will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. However, you can expect to spend approximately INR 1,000-2,000 on transportation.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Ponmudi is during the winter months (October to March), when the weather is pleasant and the skies are clear.

What to Eat

There are several delicious dishes that you can try in Ponmudi, including:

  • Appam: A type of pancake made from rice flour and coconut milk.
  • Puttu: A steamed dish made from rice flour and coconut.
  • Idli: A steamed rice cake.
  • Dosa: A thin pancake made from rice flour and lentil batter.
  • Sambar: A lentil-based soup.

Where to Go

There are several places that you can visit in Ponmudi, including:

  • Ponmudi Hill Station: A hill station located in the Western Ghats.
  • Meenmutty Waterfalls: A beautiful waterfall located in the Ponmudi Hills.
  • Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary: A wildlife sanctuary located in the Western Ghats.
  • Thekkady: A town located in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Alleppey: A town located on the backwaters of Kerala.

FAQ

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

  1. What is the best way to reach Ponmudi from Rameswaram?

    The best way to reach Ponmudi from Rameswaram is by car.

  2. How long does it take to travel from Rameswaram to Ponmudi?

    The journey from Rameswaram to Ponmudi takes approximately 10 hours by car.

  3. What is the cost of travel from Rameswaram to Ponmudi?

    The cost of travel from Rameswaram to Ponmudi will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. However, you can expect to spend approximately INR 1,000-2,000 on transportation.

  4. 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 pleasant and the skies are clear.

  5. What are some of the things that I can do in Ponmudi?

    There are several things that you can do in Ponmudi, including visiting the Ponmudi Hill Station, Meenmutty Waterfalls, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, and Thekkady.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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