Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary,
![Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, (CWS), is located 18 km north of Marayoor on SH 17 in the Marayoor and Kanthalloor Panchayats of Devikulam Taluk in the Idukki district of Kerala state in South India. It is one of twelve Wildlife Sanctuaries among the Protected areas of Kerala.[1]
It is under the jurisdiction of and contiguous with Eravikulam National Park to the south. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary is to the north and Kodaikanal Wildlife Sanctuary is to the east. It forms an integral part of the 1,187 km2 (458 sq mi) block of protected forests straddling the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border in the Annamalai Hills.[2] The Western Ghats, Anamalai Sub-Cluster, including all of Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, is under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee for selection as a World Heritage Site.[3]](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141007/ob_0a794f_chinnar.png)
Tuesday, 15 September 2015
![Munnar
Munnar (Malayalam: മുന്നാർ) is a town and hill station in the southwestern state of Kerala, India. Munnar is situated around 1600 m above sea level,[2] in the Western Ghats range of mountains.
The name Munnar is believed to mean "three rivers",[3] referring to the location at the confluence of the Madhurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly rivers.[4] Munnar town is situated on the Kannan Devan Hills village in Devikulam taluk and is the largest panchayat in the Idukki district in Kerala having an area measuring nearly 557 km².[citation needed] The nearest major railway stations are at Ernakulam and Aluva (approximately 140 kilometres (87 mi) by road). The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, which is 105 kilometres (65 mi) away.](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141007/ob_101ee7_munnar.png)
Pambar River t traverses Turner’s Valley in
![Pambar River
t traverses Turner’s Valley in Eravikulam National Park and flows into the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary through the Taliar Valley between Kanthalloor and Marayoor Villages and eastwards through the sanctuary. The Pambar, Kabani and Bhavani are the only rivers of the 44 in Kerala that flow eastwards. It is joined by seasonal rivulets and a few perennial streams originating from sholas in the upper reaches.[1]
The Pambar merges with the Chinnar River at Koottar where a comfortable tree house accommodation is available.[2] The Chinnar follows the interstate boundary along the northwest edge of the sanctuary and becomes the Amaravati River in Tamil Nadu, reaches the Amaravathi Reservoir and Dam and eventually joins the Kaveri River near Karur.](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141007/ob_6f1c82_pamba.png)
Pambar River
t traverses Turner’s Valley in Eravikulam National Park and flows into
the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary through the Taliar Valley between
Kanthalloor and Marayoor Villages and eastwards through the sanctuary.
The Pambar, Kabani and Bhavani are the only rivers of the 44 in Kerala
that flow eastwards. It is joined by seasonal rivulets and a few
perennial streams originating from sholas in the upper reaches.[1]
The Pambar merges with the Chinnar River at Koottar where a comfortable
tree house accommodation is available.[2] The Chinnar follows the
interstate boundary along the northwest edge of the sanctuary and
becomes the Amaravati River in Tamil Nadu, reaches the Amaravathi
Reservoir and Dam and eventually joins the Kaveri River near Karur.
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Marayur Marayur or Marayoor is a town in Idukki
![Marayur
Marayur or Marayoor is a town in Idukki district of Kerala, India. It is located 42 kilometers north of Munnar on SH 17 connecting Munnar with Udumalpet, Tamil Nadu. Marayur is the only place in Kerala that has natural sandalwood forests. Ancient dolmens and rock paintings in Marayur date back to the Stone Age. In 1991 Marayur had a population of 9,590.[1]](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141007/ob_8be7d9_marayur.png)
Marayur
Marayur or Marayoor is a town in Idukki district of Kerala, India. It is
located 42 kilometers north of Munnar on SH 17 connecting Munnar with
Udumalpet, Tamil Nadu. Marayur is the only place in Kerala that has
natural sandalwood forests. Ancient dolmens and rock paintings in
Marayur date back to the Stone Age. In 1991 Marayur had a population of
9,590.[1]
Neyyar Dam Neyyar dam (Malayalam:
![Neyyar Dam
Neyyar dam (Malayalam: നെയ്യാര് അണകെട്ട് )is a gravity dam on the Neyyar River in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, South India, located on the foot of the Western Ghats about 30 km from Thiruvananthapuram.[1] It was established in 1958 and is a popular picnic spot. Lying against the southern low hills of the Western Ghats, Neyyar Dam has a scenic lake.
Neyyar dam is situated at Kallikkad Panchayath of Neyyattinkara Taluk of Trivandrum district. The peak Agasthya kooodam is very near to Neyyar dam. The dam was built in the land given by an agriculturist known as Karuvachiyil Krishan Panicker, Maruthummoottil family,and his other family members for irrigation purposes. One canal of Neyyar flows to western districts of Tamil Nadu. The main river Neyyar flows through Kallikkadu, Ottasekharamangalam, Aryancode, Kezharoor, Perumkadavila, Marayamuttom, Neyyattinkara and Poovar and ends at the Arabian Sea. Kallikkadu panchayath has more cultural and historic heritages. The Travancore King Marthanda Varma's footprints are here. he fought against Ettuveettil Pillais and he had to flee from his palace. He walked through the mountains of Kallikkadu such as Agasthakoodam with the Aborigins, Kanikkar. They saved the king and they were rewarded with 36,000 acres (150 km2) of land. this is known as Kanipatt. after the democratic reign Kanis lost the land and it came under the controle of local land lords. there was a famous strike, Kanipattu Samaram led by Karshaka Sangham. Kallikkad Gangan (Gangadharan),Politburo member , Kallikkad Ramachandran the famous writer and film maker, K R Ajayan the Journalist and Short story writer Manu Kallikkadu, The Limca Book Record winner are the products Of Kallikkad. A yoga centre, Sivanantha Ashram, is near to this place, which provides classes about meditation, yoga etc. for foreigners as well as for natives. Several temples are near Neyyardam, including the Veeranakavu Sreedharma Shastha temple and the Mangara Muttom Siva temple.](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141010/ob_56071e_screenshot.png)
Neyyar Dam
Neyyar dam (Malayalam: നെയ്യാര് അണകെട്ട് )is a gravity dam on the
Neyyar River in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, South India,
located on the foot of the Western Ghats about 30 km from
Thiruvananthapuram.[1] It was established in 1958 and is a popular
picnic spot. Lying against the southern low hills of the Western Ghats,
Neyyar Dam has a scenic lake.
Neyyar dam is situated at Kallikkad Panchayath of
Neyyattinkara Taluk of Trivandrum district. The peak Agasthya kooodam is
very near to Neyyar dam. The dam was built in the land given by an
agriculturist known as Karuvachiyil Krishan Panicker, Maruthummoottil
family,and his other family members for irrigation purposes. One canal
of Neyyar flows to western districts of Tamil Nadu. The main river
Neyyar flows through Kallikkadu, Ottasekharamangalam, Aryancode,
Kezharoor, Perumkadavila, Marayamuttom, Neyyattinkara and Poovar and
ends at the Arabian Sea. Kallikkadu panchayath has more cultural and
historic heritages. The Travancore King Marthanda Varma's footprints are
here. he fought against Ettuveettil Pillais and he had to flee from his
palace. He walked through the mountains of Kallikkadu such as
Agasthakoodam with the Aborigins, Kanikkar. They saved the king and they
were rewarded with 36,000 acres (150 km2) of land. this is known as
Kanipatt. after the democratic reign Kanis lost the land and it came
under the controle of local land lords. there was a famous strike,
Kanipattu Samaram led by Karshaka Sangham. Kallikkad Gangan
(Gangadharan),Politburo member , Kallikkad Ramachandran the famous
writer and film maker, K R Ajayan the Journalist and Short story writer
Manu Kallikkadu, The Limca Book Record winner are the products Of
Kallikkad. A yoga centre, Sivanantha Ashram, is near to this place,
which provides classes about meditation, yoga etc. for foreigners as
well as for natives. Several temples are near Neyyardam, including the
Veeranakavu Sreedharma Shastha temple and the Mangara Muttom Siva
temple.
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary The Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
![Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
The Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the southern state of Kerala in India is spread over the southeast corner of the Western Ghats, and covers a total area of 128 km2 (49 sq mi). It is located between 77° 8’ to 77° 17’ East Longitude and 8° 29’ to 8° 37’ North Latitude, central location 8°33′N 77°12.5′E. Although it was declared as a sanctuary in 1958, not much was done about wildlife conservation, until 1985, when a separate wildlife wing was set up and as a result, conservation efforts have gathered momentum.
This sanctuary has a substantial natural vegetation cover. The diversity of its flora makes the sanctuary an ideal gene pool preserve. There are 39 species of mammals, including Tiger, Leopard, Sloth bear, Elephant, Sambar, Barking deer, Bonnet macaque, Nilgiri Langur an Nilgiri tahr. 176 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 17 species of amphibians and 40 species of fishes are reported from the sanctuary.[1]
A Crocodile farm, set up in 1977 at Neyyar, is home to around 20 mugger crocodiles. The Steve Irwin Crocodile Rehabilitation and Research Centre was inaugurated at Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in May 2007.[2]
Neyyar Elephant Rehabilitation Centre complex within the area cares for several elephants, from elephant calves to an 87 year old elephant, and offers elephant rides and elephant feeding.
There is also a Deer Rehabilitation Centre.
Visitor information
he administrative complex of Neyyar complex Wildlife Sanctuary is about 1 kilometer West of Neyyar Dam outside the sanctuary complex and has an information center, staff quarters, rest house, and a youth hostel. The sanctuary offers facilities for the tourists to visit the lion park and also boat on the Neyyar lake.[3]
Nearest Railway Station : Neyyattinkara Railway Station, 20 km Nearest Airport : Trivandrum International Airport, 40 km](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141010/ob_8cf0f3_neyyar-wild.png)
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
The Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the southern state of Kerala in
India is spread over the southeast corner of the Western Ghats, and
covers a total area of 128 km2 (49 sq mi). It is located between 77° 8’
to 77° 17’ East Longitude and 8° 29’ to 8° 37’ North Latitude, central
location 8°33′N 77°12.5′E. Although it was declared as a sanctuary in
1958, not much was done about wildlife conservation, until 1985, when a
separate wildlife wing was set up and as a result, conservation efforts
have gathered momentum.
This sanctuary has a substantial natural vegetation
cover. The diversity of its flora makes the sanctuary an ideal gene pool
preserve. There are 39 species of mammals, including Tiger, Leopard,
Sloth bear, Elephant, Sambar, Barking deer, Bonnet macaque, Nilgiri
Langur an Nilgiri tahr. 176 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 17
species of amphibians and 40 species of fishes are reported from the
sanctuary.[1]
A Crocodile farm, set up in 1977 at Neyyar, is home to around 20 mugger
crocodiles. The Steve Irwin Crocodile Rehabilitation and Research Centre
was inaugurated at Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in May 2007.[2]
Neyyar Elephant Rehabilitation Centre complex within the area cares for
several elephants, from elephant calves to an 87 year old elephant, and
offers elephant rides and elephant feeding.
There is also a Deer Rehabilitation Centre.
Visitor information
he administrative complex of Neyyar complex Wildlife
Sanctuary is about 1 kilometer West of Neyyar Dam outside the sanctuary
complex and has an information center, staff quarters, rest house, and a
youth hostel. The sanctuary offers facilities for the tourists to visit
the lion park and also boat on the Neyyar lake.[3]
Nearest Railway Station : Neyyattinkara Railway Station, 20 km
Nearest Airport : Trivandrum International Airport, 40 km
Kerala Kalamandalam Kerala Kalamandalam Deemed
![Kerala Kalamandalam
Kerala Kalamandalam Deemed University of Art and Culture, is a major centre for learning Indian performing arts, especially those that developed in the Southern states of India, with the special emphasis on Kerala. It is situated in the village of Cheruthuruthy in Thrissur District on the banks of the Bharathapuzha river.
HISTORY
The inception of Kalamandalam gave a second life to three major classical performing arts of Kerala as Kathakali, Kudiyattam and Mohiniyattam were, by the turn of 20th century, facing the threat of extinction under various regulations of the colonial authorities.[1] It was at this juncture, in 1927, that Vallathol Narayana Menon and Mukunda Raja came forward and formed a society called Kerala Kalamandalam. They solicited donations from the public and conducted a lottery in order to raise funds for this society.[2] Kerala Kalamandalam was inaugurated in November 1930 at Kunnamkulam, and was later shifted to the village of Cheruthuruthy, just south of Shoranur in 1933. The Maharaja of Cochin donated land and a building. Subsequently, a dance department was started to revive Mohiniyattom.[3] Kerala Kalamandalam has been functioning as a grant-in-aid institution under the Cultural Affairs Department, Government of Kerala. In 2006, the Kalamandalam was accorded the status of 'Deemed University for Art and Culture' by the Government of India. In 2010, University Grants Commission (India) has given 'A' category status for Kalamandalam Deemed University of Art and Culture. Kalamandalam is the only deemed university in Kerala state accorded the prestigious status.[4]](http://img.over-blog-kiwi.com/1/26/39/22/20141010/ob_84968a_kerala-kalamandalam.png)
Kerala Kalamandalam
Kerala Kalamandalam Deemed University of Art and Culture, is a
major centre for learning Indian performing arts, especially those that
developed in the Southern states of India, with the special emphasis on
Kerala. It is situated in the village of Cheruthuruthy in Thrissur
District on the banks of the Bharathapuzha river.
HISTORY
The inception of Kalamandalam gave a second life to three
major classical performing arts of Kerala as Kathakali, Kudiyattam and
Mohiniyattam were, by the turn of 20th century, facing the threat of
extinction under various regulations of the colonial authorities.[1] It
was at this juncture, in 1927, that Vallathol Narayana Menon and Mukunda
Raja came forward and formed a society called Kerala Kalamandalam. They
solicited donations from the public and conducted a lottery in order to
raise funds for this society.[2] Kerala Kalamandalam was inaugurated in
November 1930 at Kunnamkulam, and was later shifted to the village of
Cheruthuruthy, just south of Shoranur in 1933. The Maharaja of Cochin
donated land and a building. Subsequently, a dance department was
started to revive Mohiniyattom.[3] Kerala Kalamandalam has been
functioning as a grant-in-aid institution under the Cultural Affairs
Department, Government of Kerala. In 2006, the Kalamandalam was accorded
the status of 'Deemed University for Art and Culture' by the Government
of India. In 2010, University Grants Commission (India) has given 'A'
category status for Kalamandalam Deemed University of Art and Culture.
Kalamandalam is the only deemed university in Kerala state accorded the
prestigious status.
Monday, 10 August 2015
Pambar River
Pambar River t traverses Turner’s Valley inmukulamOctober 7 2014Pambar River t traverses Turner’s Valley in Eravikulam National Park and flows into the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary through the Taliar Valley between Kanthalloor and Marayoor Villages and eastwards through the sanctuary. The Pambar, Kabani andBhavani are the only rivers of the 44in Kerala that flow eastwards. It is joined by seasonal rivulets and a few perennial streams originating from sholas in the upper reaches.[1]The Pambar merges with the Chinnar River at Koottar where a comfortable tree house accommodation is available.[2] The Chinnar follows the interstate boundary along the northwest edge of the sanctuary and becomes the Amaravati River in Tamil Nadu, reaches the Amaravathi Reservoir and Dam and eventually joins the Kaveri River near Karur.
Thursday, 6 August 2015
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
 |
|
| Location | Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala, India |
|---|---|
| Nearest city | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Coordinates | 8°24′N 77°10′E / 08.40°N 77.16°ECoordinates: 8°24′N 77°10′E / 08.40°N 77.16°E |
| Area | 128 square kilometres (49 sq mi) |
| Established | 1958 |
Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary
The Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in the southern state of Kerala in
India is spread over the southeast corner of the Western Ghats, and
covers a total area of 128 km2 (49 sq mi). It is located between 77° 8’
to 77° 17’ East Longitude and 8° 29’ to 8° 37’ North Latitude, central
location 8°33′N 77°12.5′E. Although it was declared as a sanctuary in
1958, not much was done about wildlife conservation, until 1985, when a
separate wildlife wing was set up and as a result, conservation efforts
have gathered momentum.
This sanctuary has a substantial natural vegetation
cover. The diversity of its flora makes the sanctuary an ideal gene pool
preserve. There are 39 species of mammals, including Tiger, Leopard,
Sloth bear, Elephant, Sambar, Barking deer, Bonnet macaque, Nilgiri
Langur an Nilgiri tahr. 176 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 17
species of amphibians and 40 species of fishes are reported from the
sanctuary.[1]
A Crocodile farm, set up in 1977 at Neyyar, is home to around 20 mugger
crocodiles. The Steve Irwin Crocodile Rehabilitation and Research Centre
was inaugurated at Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in May 2007.[2]
Neyyar Elephant Rehabilitation Centre complex within the area cares for
several elephants, from elephant calves to an 87 year old elephant, and
offers elephant rides and elephant feeding.
There is also a Deer Rehabilitation Centre.
Visitor information
he administrative complex of Neyyar complex Wildlife
Sanctuary is about 1 kilometer West of Neyyar Dam outside the sanctuary
complex and has an information center, staff quarters, rest house, and a
youth hostel. The sanctuary offers facilities for the tourists to visit
the lion park and also boat on the Neyyar lake.[3]
Nearest Railway Station : Neyyattinkara Railway Station, 20 km
Nearest Airport : Trivandrum International Airport, 40 km
more information contact amalsidheekh916@gmail.com
booking status: www.forest.kerala.gov.in
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