Vagamon- A complete tourist destination for Adventure, fun and more
Vagamon is a pretty hill station located in Idukki district of Kerala, and is a popular
tourist destination for adventure, fun and more. It is listed as one of the '50 most
attractive places to visit in India' by National Geographic Traveler and is a popular movie
shooting location as well. First discovered by the British, Vagamon has evolved to be a
popular adventure sports destination and holiday haven from being an erstwhile plantation
town famous for its tea estates. There are many Best tour packages in Kerala available for
those looking for an exciting and memorable holiday in Vagamon.
Still free from the footfalls of mass tourism, Vagamon tours will offer you a wonderful opportunity to
relax and to be in sync in nature. The rolling valleys, lush green meadows, misty valleys and mountains
dotted with pines- everything translates to immense beauty and serenity. Wagamon tourism is not only
about sight seeing, but also offers ample opportunities for adventure sports. The windy conditions,
Rocky Mountains and the sprawling valleys are well suited for activities like trekking, paragliding,
mountaineering and rock climbing. Vagamon adventure tourism is drawing scores of travelers from far and
wide.
Vagamon, seems to have an overtone of green that spreads well beyond your sight. The breathtaking
spectacles in the form of deep ravines and the gurgling rivulets and waterfalls make it a wonderful
holiday spot even for a casual weekend ramble for any holiday maker with no fixed travel itinerary. A
trip to Vagamon in itself is an extraordinary experience. The winding roads cut through the pine forests
and rocky gorges will offer the spectacular views of the valleys and plains several feet below you as
you inch your way up in a relaxing drive.
The three hills Thangal, Murugan and Kurisumala hills which are thought to represent the three chief
religions of Hindu, Muslin and Christian in Kerala , stand tall as the icon of cultural harmony. While
the Kurisumala Hill is a popular hill station and is a spiritual centre for Catholics, Thangal Hill, the
burial chamber of Sheikh Fariduddin makes it a popular pilgrimage centre for Muslims. The Murugan Hill
is devoted to Hindu God Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva.
Located along the periphery of the Western Ghats and the foot hills that extend to Teekoy estates is a
visual feast to the weary eyes. Set out on a trekking expedition to enjoy the magnificent views of the
valleys and the gorges, which will truly leave you spell bound and stimulated. There are many convenient
Vagamon packages that offer something special for every budget.
Some of the other must see spots in Vagamon include the Indo-Swiss Dairy farm project, the suicide point
in Thangal hill, which is a popular view point that offers a panoramic views of the meadows and
grasslands.
Vagamon is accessible by road, rain and air. It is located 39 km from Thodupuzha. Cochin International
Airport is the nearest airport while the closest railway station is Kottayam. There are many
accommodation options in and around Vagamon. It is also conveniently located close to many other popular
tourist destinations in Kerala like Thekkady, Peermade and Kulamavu.
