Tourism

Apart from other districts in kerala, Idukki is well known for tourism.there are lots of place to see in Idukki and it is also famous for its Natural Wild Beauty, for the sake of information some tourist spots are listed below.

1. Idukki : Famous for the first double curvature Arch dam in India and wild life sanctuary. Attached to Idukki dam there are two other dams Kulamavu and Cheruthony. Idukki Reservoir is formed by these three dams. The underground power station is at Moolamattom beneath Nadukani hills. The sanctuary formed in 1978 spread over Thodupuzha and Udumbanchola taluks and located 40 K.M from Thodupuzha town. Idukki wild life sanctuary spread over an area of 7700 hectares with plenty of wild animals. The Malankara lake spread over about 11sq.k.m in Thodupuzha – Moolamattom route( 6 K.M from Thodupuzha)
2. Thekkady : Thekkady is one of the finest wild life reserves in India – the Periyar wild life sanctuary spread over an area of 777 Sq. K.M of which 360 sq. K.M is thick ever green forest. The Periyar wild life sanctuary was declared as a Tiger Reserve in 1978. The Mullaperiyar Dam built across the river Periyar with Surki mix before 121 years , still exist as a wonder to the tourists.
3. Mangaladevi Temple: The temple is located 15 K.M. from Thekkady The ancient temple built in Pandian style stands in the dense forest at the top of a peak 1337 Meter above the sea level. It situates in Tamil Nadu Kerala boundary. The visitors are allowed on the Chithrapournami festival day . The peak commands a panoramic view of the eastern slopes of the Western ghats . and the towns and villages of of Tamilnadu.
4. Thodupuzha: Thodupuzha is the commercial capital of Idukki district. It is also known as the Entrance of Highrange. The Head quarters of Thodupuzha taluk is situated in the banks of Thodupuzha river. This is a place of historical importance. Karikode near Thodupuzha was the headquarters of Vadakkumkur Raja, where there is the remains of a fort Devi temple and Ninar Mosque constructed by Vadakkumkur Raja. The famous Annamalai temple dedicated to Lord Shiva constructed in Chola style architecture is also located at Karikode. The church at Muthalakodam near Thodupuzha is believed to have constructed before 13th century.
5. Thommankuthu : Thommankuthu is a chain of cascades 17 K.M off Thodupuzha in Karimannoor Panchayath. This is a remote place with beautiful scenery of seven step water fall. This is developing to an important Tourist spot in the district.
6. Munnar : Situated 55 K.M from Idukki Town at an elevation of 1524 in above the mean sea level and on the confluence of three mountain streams Kannimalayar, Nallathanni and Kundala. It is health resort especially in summer season. It is the centre of Tea Industry and also the Head quarters of the Kannan Devan Hill produce Company (now owned by Tata Tea Company). Munnar also has the highest peak in South India Anamudi.
7. Mattupetty : The Indoswiss Project for the development of livestock is located at Mattupetty 15 K.M from Munnar. The Mattupetty lake and Kundala dam are other attraction. It is known for its highly specialised diary farm.