Kerala Bhoothathankettu Tours
South India Kerala Tours - Tours To Bhoothathankettu is located 50 km north east of Ernakulam town, Kerala, India. Bhoothathankettu is situated amidst the lap of Mother Nature.The land is covered with forests which are home to migratory birds from around the world.
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There are lakes, mountains and the river Periyar which flows from
Kerala Bhoothathankettu Tours. It is heaven to nature lovers.
Bhoothathankettu derives its name from a legend in which bhootham (ghost) tried to submerge the Thrikariyoor temple of Lord Shiva by creating a dam on Periyar but Shiva suspecting trickery, came up with a plan to frighten them.
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He made it appear that dawn was approaching by making a sound like the crowing of the rooster .
The demons fearing the arrival of light fled leaving their task incomplete. Large boulders can be found to this day therefore the name Bhoothathankettu means Forts of the Spirits .
Bhoothathankettu is an ideal site to enjoy exhilarating boat rides and also to explore exotic wildlife. The dam-site might have received its name from its connection with 'bhooths' or ghosts/spirits. According to the myth, the natural fortification of the place was established by ghosts overnights. Characterized by rolling hills and dense forests, Bhoothathankettu is one of the most unique Kerala highlights brimmed with scenic beauty and legends.
Tourists can take a trip on the houseboat cruising on the freshwater or can take a speedboat, people can go trekking , rock climbing, fishing, swimming, and the options are endless for the nature lovers.
On the banks of Periyar one can find large stretch of forests with occasional glimpse of habitation in between palm trees and rubber trees.
The Periyar flows almost in a straight path between the Thattekad bird sanctuary and Chelamalai, the seat of the Chera Empire. The dam in Bhoothathankettu adds to the beauty of the place.
Bhoothathankettu located 50 km north east of Ernakulam town, is a scenic dam site with boating facilities is situated in a vast virgin forest. It is a popular picnic sport with Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary near by.
A myth connected with the origin of this place says that this natural fortification of forests and hills was built by Bhoothams (spirit/ghosts) overnight.
Hence the name Bhoothathankettu (fort of the spirits). Later, this natural topography helped in building a dam here.
Lying close to Bhoothathankettu is the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary at Thattekkad . Trekking through the forests here is an exhilarating experience for adventure lovers.
Two of the main irrigation projects of Ernakulam district - the Periyar Valley Irrigation Project and the Idamalayar Irrigation Project - are also located nearby.
Access to Kerala Bhoothathankettu Tours:
Nearest railway station : Ernakulam junction which is about 50 km away from Bhoothathankettu.
Nearest airport : Kochi international airport is about 26 km from Ernakulam town.
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