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Contour Jungle Resort : Naturally
Nestled
near the foothills of the Sahya Mountains, encircled by acres of lush succulent
greenery, Konni is a good 150 km drive from Kochi. Thanks to the Kerala government's
new eco-tourism project, this previously non-descript town has now earned prominence
as one of the landmarks on the tourism map of Kerala.
Acres of thick forests with wild animals have made Konni
a unique destination for avid backpackers. Another attraction is Kattathipara
in Kokkathodu, which is a few kilometres away from Konni. Kattathipara is particularly
attractive with its gigantic rocks and the triple-echo phenomenon. The enormous
array of rock that tell the legend of a hunter and his mistress attract hordes
of tourist every year. Anakoodu where wild pachyderms are tamed is another must
see.There are two ancient forest temples - Achankovil and Aluvankudi.
Surprisingly
Contour Jungle Resort is the only resort in Konni. Around 13 kms of rough ride
from Konni main road will take you to the resort. You can also leg it out to
the ancient Parakulam temple situated in the thick forest. This temple is just
4 kms away from the resort. Palaruvi and Thenmala waterfalls have also caught
the tourist's fancy over the years.
The resort offers beautiful cottages, with its own balcony
surrounded by panoramic landscapes, a fine dine restaurant that serves delectable
ethnic cuisine and Ayurveda, the time tested and proven healing art of India
is offered in all its purity here. You should definitely not miss out the sight
from the watchtower.
Some of the activities that can be undertaken here are trekking,
bird watching, rock climbing, indoor games etc. The resort has adequate arrangements
provided to take the tourists to the hotspots in and around Konni making the
Contour Jungle Resort truly one of a kind.
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