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Arippa Forest, located about 52 kilometers northeast of Thiruvananthapuram along the Thiruvananthapuram-Shenkottah State Highway, is a beautiful destination for nature lovers and bird watchers. It falls under the Kulathuppuzha range in Thiruvananthapuram Forest division. This forest is known for its rich biodiversity, including a variety of birds, animals, and unique plant species. If you’re planning a visit, you can stay at the Jyothismayi Inspection Bungalow or Sangili mansion which provides a great vantage point to enjoy the forest’s beauty. The eco-tourism packages often include activities like bird watching, trekking, and jungle camping. Arippa Forest is home to the State Forest Training Institute (SFTI). Spotting a Slender Loris in the wild is a rare and exciting experience. They are often seen during night treks, as they are nocturnal and prefer the cover of darkness. The Arippa Forest offers a unique opportunity to observe these elusive animals in their natural habitat. You can also find nocturnal birds like Ceylon Frogmouth, Nightjars etc. and different morphs of Travancore Pitvipers. To book a stay at Arippa, visit kfdcecotourism.com #arippa #arippaforest #slenderloris #rivercrossing #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredible India #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #travel keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots #myristica #swamp @keralatourism @wwfindia @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Mudumalai National Park is a national park in the Nilgiri Mountains in Tamil Nadu in southern India. It covers 321 km2 (124 sq mi) at an elevation range of 850–1,250 m (2,790–4,100 ft) in the Nilgiri District and shares boundaries with the states of Karnataka and Kerala. A part of this area has been protected since 1940. The national park has been part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve since 1986 and was declared a tiger reserve together with a buffer zone of 367.59 km2 (141.93 sq mi) in 2007. and is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The reserve has around 50 species of mammals, 200 species of birds, and numerous reptiles and amphibians. There are more than 130 Tigers in the forest. Theppakadu Elephant Camp is one of the oldest elephant camps in Asia and has been featured in the Oscar winning Documentary film “Elephant Whisperers. The reserve offers thrilling safari experiences, allowing visitors to explore the diverse wildlife and scenic landscapes. The park is bordered by Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Bandipur National Park, and Sigur Reserve Forest. You can book a Safari or Stay online or else stay at Masinagudi which is just 6 kms from Mudumalai Forest Information Centre. Entry time is restricted from 6am to 8.30pm. Queen of Hills Ooty is just 45kms from Mudumalai. We can see wild Elephants, spotted deers, gaurs etc roaming beside the road while driving through the forest. Site for Online Booking: https://www.mudumalaitigerreserve.com/ #travelphotography #bike #motorcycle #riding #biketrip #roadtrip #river #reservoir #mountain #hill #road #pitstop #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots #mudumalai #bandipur #tamilnadu #karnataka @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @mudumalaitigerreserve @bandipur_tr

Found only in some parts of the world is gopher tree, which Biblical patriarch Noah used to make the famous ark on God`s command to survive the great deluge. But one such is still standing robust in the forest in the Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Kerala. Botanists have confirmed that at least a single gopher is standing there on the fringes of a forest path between Kochu Pamba and Gavi in Pathanamthitta district. The Bible (Genesis 6:15) says, Noah, as ordered by Lord, made the ark out of gopher wood on which he and his kin and some of earth`s fauna outlived the great flood that submerged the planet. The tree standing at Gavi forest is of robust stem and lush foliage. According to state Forest Department officials, though the fully-grown gopher in Gavi is the only such tree sighted in the periphery of the jungle, possibly there could be more such trees still surviving in the inner forests of PTR. Though it is a rare tree, the Forest Department has refrained from marking it as special by putting a sign board, fearing that would attract forest brigands. #gopher #gophertree #noahsark #bible #gavi #kerala #wildlife #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredible India #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #travel keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @keralatourism @wwf @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Few years back Ravichettan (KSEB IB Staff, Kochupampa) was walking towards the IB as a part of his daily duty and suddenly spotted a small animal moving towards him. He believed that it is a mongoose but decided to record the same in his mobile. This fearless animal came right until his feet and then moved away. Later on when wildlife photographer @rahul_r_nair_trivandrum visited the placed he showed him this video to realise that unknowingly he has recorded one amongst the rarest animals found in the Western Ghats, The Nigiri Marten.The Nilgiri marten is the only marten species native to southern India. It lives in the hills of the Nilgiris and parts of the Western Ghats. With only around a thousand members left it is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. These fearless small carnivores fall in the family of weasels and badgers and are very elusive in nature. All Thanks to Ravichettan for sharing this video. #nilgirimarten #gavi #kerala #wildlife #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredible India #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #travel keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @keralatourism @wwf @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Myristica swamps are freshwater swamps predominated by members of the Myristicaceae family. These forests are characterized by trees with large protruding roots jutting out of waterlogged soil which remains inundated throughout the year. They have evolved over millions of years and are comprised of old-growth trees. In India, these unique habitats occur in the Western Ghats and a smaller distribution exists in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Typically, Myristica swamps are seen next to rivers and help in retaining water and act as a sponge, ensuring perennial water availability. Historically, they formed a large hydrological network all along the Western Ghats.Characteristics:Roots spring out of main trunk provide additional support to trees in the soft soilBreathing rootsFerns and herbs are more flood tolerantMost of the trees here belong to a family Myristicaceae which is known as Living Fossil #rosemala #waterfall #shendurneywildlifesanctuary #rivercrossing #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredible India #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #travel keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots #myristica #swamp @keralatourism @wwfindia @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

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Maheshwaram Sri Siva Parvathi Temple at Chenkal also known as “DAKSHINA KAILASAM - is situated at Maheswaram (Chenkal), 26km away from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. Shiva Lingam of Chenkal Maheswaram Sri Sivaparvathi Temple, measures a record height of 111.2 feet which is equivalent to that of a 10-story building has been recently adjudged by India Book of Records and Asia Book of Records as tallest Sivaling so far. The construction took 6 years to complete and has six meditation halls, 108 different sivalingams and 64 forms of Lord Siva. Water, sand and soil from various holy places like Kashi, Gangotri, Rishikesh, Rameswaram, Danushkodi, Badrinath, Gomukh, and Kailash were mixed with the construction materials. The structure has 8 floors with six of them representing the six chakras or energy centers in the human body. The pathway from the base to the top of the Shiva Lingam is constructed in such a way that it symbolizes the seven hills of Himalayas and is adorned with captivating murals and statues of meditating monks in a cave-like environment. At the topmost floor, one can witness the ultimate destination, ‘Kailasam’, (the replica of the Himalayan abode of Lord Shiva and Parvathi) with snow-clad idols of Lord Shiva and Parvathi under a lotus of thousand petals. Entry fee of Rs. 150 needs to be paid for entranceTimingMorning6:00 AM - 1:30 PMEvening3:30 PM - 8:00 PM #temple #indiabookofrecords #asiabookofrecords #sivalingam #divine #chenkal #maheswaramsivaparvathytemple #incredibleindia #natgeo #natgeotravel #natgeotraveller #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #shotondji #dronevideo #krishwanderlustphotography @natgeo @natgeotravel @natgeotravellerindia @natgeoindia @incredibleindia @keralatourism @maheswaramshivatempleofficial

In the heart of Tamil Nadu, India, lies the Muppandal Wind Farm, a testament to the nation’s commitment to harnessing clean and sustainable energy sources. Nestled amidst lush greenery and rolling hills, this wind farm has emerged as a beacon of hope in India’s quest for energy independence and environmental stewardship. With its towering turbines and relentless gusts, Muppandal stands as a symbol of the transformative power of wind energy. The Muppandal Wind Farm, located in Muppandal, Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, is India’s largest operational onshore wind farm. The project was developed by Tamil Nadu Energy Development Agency. The Muppandal Wind Farm’s installed capacity is 1,500 MW, which makes it the 4th-largest operational onshore wind farm in the world. #travelphotography #bike #motorcycle #riding #biketrip #roadtrip #windmill #windfarm #sustainability #energy #renewable #muppandalwindfarm #mountain #hill #road #pitstop #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots #tamilnadu @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @muppandalwindfarm

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Punchakkari is a part of Vellayani which is on the banks of Vellayani Lake, the only fresh water lake in Thiruvananthapuram district. The place looks like a miniature version of Kuttanadu. This is place is just around 10 kms from the city but has the complete ambience of a farming village. Punchakkari is famous among birders as thousands of migrating birds makes this their stopover every year and many rare species has been first spotted here. The lotus bloom in the month of August is also a wonderful sight. Being a major fresh water source, preservation of this place is very important and many organisations are already working hard to preserve the place and its ecosystem. So if you visit the place anytime, please make keep it clean. If you are a foodie, delicacies from Punchakkari Toddy shops will excite you. You will get both fresh water and sea fish dishes here. If you are in search of a calm and quiet place filled with greenery not far from the city, Punchakkari is a great choice. Full video coming soon on YouTube channel Krish Wanderlust #thiruvananthapuram #trivandrum #punchakkari #vellayani #field #agriculture #farming #village #keralatourism #godsowncountry #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @keralatourism @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @ente_trivandrum_ @nammude_thiruvananthapuram @whatsaroundthiruvananthapuram @trivandrum.foodies @trivandrum.indian

Thiruparappu Waterfalls is located at around 55 kilometres from Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu. River Kodayar makes a descend at this location and creates the refreshing waterfall. The height of the waterfall itself is 50 ft. No matter how much time you spend here, you are never going to be bored by the mind-cooling sight. The waterfall is present seven months in a year. The whole bed above the falls is one rocky mass which extends up to a distance of about 250mtrs upstream where the famous Thiruparappu weir (which is a low dam built across a river to regulate its flow) has been constructed for supplying water to the paddy fields. There is a famous Siva temple near the falls which was built around A.D. 9th century. You can also enjoy boating above the waterfalls at Rs. 50/head. The Falls is a popular hangout spot for people of all age groups. There is a swimming pool and play area for children to attract kids to the spot.Timings: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Entry Rs.10, Parking charge Rs.50/-, Camera Charges extraGoogle Location: https://g.co/kgs/THGmPjt Full video coming soon on YouTube channel Krish Wanderlust (link in bio)

Thiruparappu Waterfalls is located at around 55 kilometres from Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu. River Kodayar makes a descend at this location and creates the refreshing waterfall. The height of the waterfall itself is 50 ft. No matter how much time you spend here, you are never going to be bored by the mind-cooling sight. The waterfall is present seven months in a year. The whole bed above the falls is one rocky mass which extends up to a distance of about 250mtrs upstream where the famous Thiruparappu weir (which is a low dam built across a river to regulate its flow) has been constructed for supplying water to the paddy fields. There is a famous Siva temple near the falls which was built around A.D. 9th century. You can also enjoy boating above the waterfalls at Rs. 50/head. The Falls is a popular hangout spot for people of all age groups. There is a swimming pool and play area for children to attract kids to the spot.Timings: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM Entry Rs.10, Parking charge Rs.50/-, Camera Charges extraGoogle Location: https://g.co/kgs/THGmPjt Full video coming soon on YouTube channel Krish Wanderlust #thiruparappu #kanyakumari #forest #kanyakumaritourism #nagercoil #theni #tamilnadu #tamilnadutourism #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @tntourismoffcl @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @tirunelveli_tamil_ @tamilnadutourism @tamilnadu_explorers @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Located about 15 km deep into the forest from Aryankavu, in Kollam district, Rosemala is one of the less explored eco tourism spots in Kerala. The forest road leading to Rosemala is steep and winding. You can enjoy the tranquility of several mountain streams on your path through the thick forest tracts. Vehicles with low ground clearance should avoided while taking this route. Hiring a jeep would be the best choice to reach Rosemala. Entry ticket to the Parappar Dam View is ₹50 per head. There is a small shop near the ticket counter for refreshments. #rosemala #waterfall #shendurneywildlifesanctuary #curves #road #enduro #biketrip #rider #biker #motorcycle #offroad #watercrossing #rivercrossing #pitstop #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredible India #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #shotondji #droneshot #travel keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @kollamkar_offical @kollam_diaries @keralatourism@incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Rajathottam Kurisumala View point is situated at around 6.5kms from Arayankavu in Kulathuppuzha panchayath in Kollam, Kerala. From the entry point there is a 2kms trek to reach the cross on top. This is not a tourist spot but a pilgrimage path. If the climate supports we can see the towns of Thenkasi and Shenkotta from this view point.Hundreds of years back, the then ruler of Sethur, impressed by one among his wives, gave away a part of thick jungle, surrounded by towering hillocks, belonging to his kingdom. This 275 acres, was later possessed by one Mr.Raja, who cleared the woods, to prepare the land for agriculture, and was there after named ‘Rajacoup’, which later transformed to ‘Rajathottam’.Please be informed that entering forest premises without permission is punishable. #rajathothottam #rosemala #waterfall #trek #viewpoint #shendurneywildlifesanctuary #curves #road #enduro #biketrip #rider #biker #motorcycle #offroad #watercrossing #rivercrossing #pitstop #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredible India #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #travel #keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @keralatourism@incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @kollamkar_offical @kollam_diaries

Valiyazheekkal-Azheekkal Bridge is a bridge connecting between Valiyazheekkal, a coastal area of Aratupuzha village in Kayamkulam in Alappuzha district and Azheekal Beach in Alappad village of Kollam district in Kerala, India. Built across the mouth of the Arabian Sea, it is the longest tension steel bar concrete bowstring bridge in Asia. It is also the second longest bowstring bridge in Asia, after Chaotianmen Bridge in China. The bridge is 1.23-km long, which includes the 250-m approach roads. The three bowstring arches in the middle of the bridge are its main feature. Similar to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, the bridge has been painted using a combination of orange and cream colours.The bridge is an important link for both locals and tourists. The local population relied primarily on ferries before the bridge was built to cross the lake. The natural beauty of this bridge makes it more than just a means of transit; it has also made it a popular tourist destination for people visiting the area to take in the serenity and beauty of the Ashtamudi Lake. The bridge was designed by renowned IIT professor P. K. AravindanLocation: https://maps.app.goo.gl/icS7NnVqkN4P291V7?g_st=ic #azheekal #kollam #alappuzha #kayamkulam #bridge #valiyazheekkalbridge #keralatourism #godsowncountry #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @keralatourism @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @azheekal_official__ @valiyazheekal_official @alappuzha @_kerala_premikal_

Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in the Western Ghats, India, located in Kollam district of Kerala and comes under the control of the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve. It was established on 25 August 1984 and comprises 172.403 square kilometres (66.565 sq mi). The name is a corruption of the Chengurinji, a tree endemic to the region (Gluta travancorica). The sanctuary has an artificial lake of nearly 18.69Sq.km size and also surrounded by the reservoir of Thenmala Dam. The Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is a treasure house of plant diversity. About 1257 species of flowering plants belonging to more than 150 families are reported from this sanctuary of which 309 species are endemic to Western Ghats. Birds from 267 species including migratory, endemic and endangered species have been reported here.

Kuttikkanam is a hill station in Idukki district, Kerala state, India. It is 3,500 feet (1,100 m) above sea level and surrounded by lush green tea plantations. It is within the territory of Peermade. Kanjirappally and Mundakayam are the nearest towns. #idukki #waterfall #kuttikkanam #curves #mist #rain #bikeride #roadtrip #road #pitstop #godsowncountry #kerala #keralatourism #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #shotondji #droneshot #travel keraladiaries #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @idukki_stories @idukki_gram @keralatourism@incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Kalikesam is located in the Kanyakumari wild life sanctuary in Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. This place is located about 35 kilometers away from Kanyakumari. Tamilnadu forest department’s permission is needed to access this place. The coracle boat ride at the forest eco camp costs Rs.500 for 5 and large motorised boat can carry 10 people at Rs.150/head. If you want to visit the Kalikesam waterfalls confirm before starting that the place is open for public.Contact for Boating: Pratheesh | 89035 23885 #kalikesam #ecocamp #boating #coracle #dam #river #reservoir #mountain #hill #road #pitstop #tamilnadutourism #tamilnaduforestdepartment #tamilnadu #incredibleindia #natgeoindia #natgeotravellerindia #shotoniphone #krishwanderlustphotography #thegboots @tntourismoffcl @incredibleindia @natgeoindia @natgeotravellerindia @thegboots @krish.wanderlust

Kalikesam is located in the Kanyakumari wild life sanctuary in Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. This place is located about 35 kilometers away from Kanyakumari. Tamilnadu forest department’s permission is needed to access this place. @hero_xclan @heromotocorp @heromotosports @wanderlooms @xpulse200 @xpulseriders @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @orazomotorcycling @tntourismoffcl @decathlonsportsindia @vegahelmets @apple @thegboots @krish.wanderlust @rynoxgear #kalikesam #forest #tamilandu #tamilnadutourism #xpulse #xpulseriders #xpulse200 #xpulse2004v #xpulseownersclub #xpulselovers #heromotosports #rynoxgears #heromotocorp #wanderlooms #thegboots #krishwanderlustphotography #orazo #decathlonsportsindia #vegahelmets