Скачать или смотреть Agasthyarkoodam Trekking [ Trivandrum, Kerala, India]

Approximately 60 kilometres away from Trivandrum city, Agastya Mala is a tall peak with a height of 1868 metres. It lies inside the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary and is part of the biosphere reserve inside the sanctuary. There are many rivers and waterfalls close to this peak. The mountain stands between the border of two Indian states- Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Apart from the varied flora and fauna, this place is also a popular area of worship for Hindus. As dated in the epic of Hindu Puranas, Agastya was one amongst the seven rishis and his idol is erected atop the peak. Athirumala Base Station in Agastya Mala. The peak of Agasthyarkoodam can be reached only by trekking up to it. Trekking is allowed based on strict guidelines and is open to pilgrims during January to mid-March. Trekking passes are issued by Kerala Forest Department from the district office at Trivandrum.The trekking route starts from Bonacaud. Manjolai Hills, Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Manimuthar Waterfalls, Tea Plantations, Steve Irwin Crocodile Research and Rehabilitation Center, Kalakkad Mundanthurai Wildlife Reserve, Kuthiravetti View Point and Agastya Muni Statue are the various important places to visit in Agastya mala.