Upon the rolling hills of the Western Ghats, among the tea plantations, green valleys, streams and waterfalls there lie Ponmudi hill station, The Golden Peak of Trivandrum. Ponmudi is a hamlet in the vicinity of Trivandrum at a distance of 61 km. An early morning climb onto the mountain top covered with misty air is a moment of awe for the trekkers. Ponmudi hills are abundant with its wealth of varied flora and fauna species, rare mountain flowers, wild orchids and exotic butterflies in distant colour types.
Apart from the hill station, there are other attractive places to visit in Ponmudi. There is a mini-zoo very close to Ponmudi, which is very famous for the Barasinghas. Ponmudi hills offer the beauty and warmth of nature in all its essence. The wilderness of Golden Valley accompanied by the freshwater springs and Kallar river will provide the experience that can’t be explained in words.
The narrow pathway within the dark woods in combination with the cool, mild weather conditions offer the best vacation days ever. There are trekking trails available from Ponmudi Hills, the most famous and booked package among the trails is the one to Varayadu Motta. An exciting adventure through the trails offers a clear and mesmerizing view of the hills and Nilgiri Tahrs.
Visit this fascinating hill station for it offers you mind-blowing greenery and rejuvenating experience much needed for a human being caught up in the hustles of life.
