A town once inhabited by a large human population who were asked to leave the beautiful and mysterious land of Ayyapancoil in order to carry out the hydro-electric project near Idukki till date remains a mysteriously beautiful town in Kerala. Ayyapancoil during the 1960’s was considered a largely inhabited town after which it was believed to house a small tribal population called- Manna, who believe they are the predecessors of a warrior tribe that belonged to the time of the war between the Chera and Chola from Tamilnadu.
Ayyappancoil tourism
Ayyappancoil tour did witness the touch of civilization however with pass of time they were believed to have migrated to Kozhimala. Ayyapancoil appears untouched by maddening tourism. It is a beautiful and serene place that attracts locals who find the destination perfect for a quick getaway, weekend picnic, family or friends get together. Ayyapancoil has an intriguing history that adds to the interest aspect about the place for an avid traveler. The tribals of Manna believed that their stone god was submerged in the water along with the heavy flow of the water, though the history and data of the said story remains unknown, it is believed that the inscriptions on the submerged stone shrines have religious importance however what they mean remains unexplored and unsolved. The confirmations about the tribe’s beliefs and the shrine remains a question unanswered however the quaint mysticism of the locale leaves these unanswered questions for time to solve at its own pace and continues to attract those who love to witness nature in its divine form.
Ayyappancoil tourist Attractions
Ayyapancoil is known for its longest hanging suspension bridge which is a feat to watch and adventurously exciting to take a walk on. The view of the ground beneath will leave you spell bound. The excitement of walking on the bridge cannot be explained in words, it is an experience you must savor. Thesurrounding hill region offers you a scenic environment that’s refreshing, rejuvenating and a treat to the naked eye. The aromatic plantations and coffee estates add to the charm of the surrounding hill area. Ayyapancoil is gradually attracting the interests of those seeking touch of nature that real and divine and the natural setting of Ayyapancoil offers just that.
The extremely romantic weather of Ayyapancoil is an added factor to the captivating appeal it has on its visitors. The chillness in the air, the freshness of the water, the magnificent mountains, the cropping land like an umbrella from the water, the quietude of the region so on and so forth all contribute to the growing popularity of Ayyapancoil. In close vicinity you have Periyar tiger reserve, arch dam, enchanting hills, Idukki dam and Vagamon. All these places make Ayyapancoil either a perfect go to place or a stopover.
Located close to Kattappana and Kumily towns Ayyapancoil is a place ideal to visit if you plan on a village tour. A nature friendly trip to Ayyapancoil in a ways promotes eco-tourism. Ayyapancoil surprisingly offers you exciting and nature friendly things to do. You can set your own track and head out on a group trek or hike. The waters here are not well facilitated with boating options but a leisure catamaran rowing will get you energized and geared. The plains surrounding the hills make for a perfect spot to set a campfire or place a tent and spend the night under the moonlit and star studded sky.
Ayyapancoil is one of those rare places in Kerala that offers more entertainment, excitement and adventure in a minimalist manner.