Devikulam Hill Station

Devikulam is a small hill station about 16 km from Munnar in the Idukki District of the southern state of Kerala in India. It is 1800 m above sea level

According to legend, the goddess Sita Devi of the Ramayana epic bathed in the beautiful Devikulam lake waters surrounded by lush, green hills, now named Sita Devi Lake. The lake draws tourists not only because of its sacredness but also for the curative powers of its mineral waters. Most of the inhabitants in this town speak Tamil. Nearby, are the scenic Pallivasal Waterfalls, dense, green tea plantations, and the natural vegetation of slim red and blue gum trees.

Taking a tour to Devikulam means to live an experience that you will like to remember once and gain.

Directions 

In order to reach Devikulam, you will have to climb a steep mountain track. The ascent to Devikulam from Kochi and Kottayam is of 149 km and 132 km and takes 4 and ½ hours 4 hrs respectively.

Located at a distance of 50 km from Devikulam is the famous Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is the natural habitat for a number of species like elephants, sambars, leopards, and gaurs. You can also spot the highly endangered species of the Grizzled Giant Squirrel and the Star Tortoise. The watchtower is the idyllic place, which commands the incredible view of the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Another highlight of the sanctuary is the Thoovanam Falls on the river Chinnar.
Visitors can also make excursion to the Mattupetty Lake, which is nestled in the tea estates. You can have a marvelous view of the mist-layered hills.