The Mandawa family has a unique collection
of their preserved paintings and antiques that adorn the main huge hall in the
centre of the castle, originally the durbar hall and now an exotic lounge. The
ceremonial costumes of the family collection and the precious arms with handle
of jade and beautiful curios brought by the British as a gift for the nobles
are well placed like a showcase of a museum.
Periyar Travel
The very sound of the word Thekkady conjures up images of elephants, unending
chains of hills and spice scented plantations. In the Periyar forest of Thekkady
is one of the finest wildlife reserves in India, and spread across the entire
district are picturesque plantations and hill towns that hold great opportunities
for treks and mountain walks.
General Info. :
Altitude: 900-1800 m above sea level
Rainfall: 2500 mm
Going there:
Road: There are frequent buses from Kumily (4 km away) to various tourist
centres.
Distance of a few major towns from Thekkady
Kumily: 4 km (15 mts) Sabarimala via Pullumedu: 50 km (2 hrs) Idukki: 65 km
(2 1/2 hrs) Munnar: 106 km (4 hrs) Kumarakom: 128 km (4 hrs) Sabarimala via
Erumeli: 134 km (4 hrs) Kodaikanal: 149 km (5 hrs) Alappuzha: 164 km (5 hrs)
Kollam: 220 km (6 hrs) Ooty: 390 km (11 hrs)
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