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The Konni Elephant Training Centre

Konni is a major elephant training centre. Located 11 km from Pathanamthitta , it is a major tourist attraction. The prime attraction here are the huge cages built of wood to house elephants. These cages are locally known as Aanakkoodu and can accommodate 3- 4 elephants at a time.

The trainers here train the baby elephants which get separated from their herd, or are found wounded or roaming in the forest. Experienced trainers using their systematic training methods, tame the baby elephants. Visitors can get a close look at these elephants and can observe and understand a lot about their behaviour, especially that of baby elephants, which are often endearingly mischievous.

Tourist destinations:

Kattathipara in Kokkathodu 

Located a few kilometres away from Konni,Kattathipara is particularly attractive with its gigantic rocks and the triple-echo phenomenon. The enormous array of rocks that tell the legend of a hunter and his mistress attract hordes of tourists every year.

 

 

Kumbhavuruthy

 A beautiful waterfall amidst thick forests,it is a 15-minute drive from the resort.

 

 

 

 

Achankovil river 

Kerala’s famous Achankovil river has its origin in some of the small streams in Konni.

 

 

 

 

Forest temples 

Achankovil and Aluvamkudi are two very ancient temples worthy of visit.

 

 

 

 

Palaruvi Waterfalls 

Amidst evergreen forests, and 16 km from Thenmala towards Shenkotah, this beautiful fall comes down from a height of 300 ft.

 

 

 

 

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