Top Tourism Attractions of Pathanamthitta
Perumthenaruvi Waterfalls
Perunthenaruvi Waterfalls are waterfalls 36 km (22 mi) from Pathanamthitta in Pathanamthitta District, Central Travancore region, Kerala State. It is a popular tourist destination situated in Vechoochira Panchayat of Ranni taluk. The one shore of this waterfall is Kudamurutty and Vechoochira is the other. The main route to this waterfall starts from Ranni-Athikkayam-Kudamurutty-Perunthenaruvi. It is a fine place to spend time with family in a very serene atmosphere.
Gavi
A must visit place for all nature lovers as Gavi is preserved in its natural scenic beauty untainted by the mighty hands of modernity. Gavi is mainly known for its wildlife. Endangered species including the Nilgiri Tahr and Lion-tailed macaque are often sighted at the outskirts of Gavi. Kerala's very own treasure elephants can be sighted abundantly. If you are the bird watcher, Gavi is the place for you. With more than 260 species of birds including the great pied hornbill, woodpecker, and kingfishers, Gavi is a heaven for birdwatchers. With more than 260 species of birds including the great pied hornbill, woodpecker, and kingfishers, Gavi is a heaven for birdwatchers. A splendid spot to be visited at least once for all those who love nature.
Konni Forest Reserve
Konni, famous for the elephant training happening in the state attracts a huge number of visitors every year. People visit here to see the biggest animal on land in close quarters without fear. One of the major attractions at Konni is the giant wooden cages or the elephant kraals used to house the elephants.With a 5-km stretch broadened by the Kallar River, Adavi welcomes you to experience nature at its best and a night stay in the tree-top bamboo huts at Adavi gives you the memory of a lifetime.
Kaviyoor rock cut cave temple
The Kaviyoor Thrikkakkudi Cave Temple, popularly known as the Rock Cut Cave Temple is an ancient temple carved on a massive rock located at Kaviyoor near Thiruvalla in the Pathanamthitta district. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is also having archaeological importance because of its close similarity to the Pallava style of architecture. Besides devotees, many historians and travelers visit this rock-cut temple in order to watch its stone engravings. As the earliest specimens of the stone sculpture of the state, this temple holds great archaeological significance. The sculptures and carved rooms of the temple are well preserved. The Archaeological Department preserves this temple as a monument. Dating back to the 8th century AD, visiting this rare Shiva temple can be a wonderful experience. The nearest Thiruvalla railway station is only 4 kilometers away. Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport which is around 121 kilometers from this temple. Kerala is home to many rare and ancient temples and Tour My India offers attractive pilgrimage packages to this state.