Idukki district, Kerala, India - Gods Own Country - Tourist and Travel Information

Pattumala ( 17 Km east of Peermade; 28 Km west of Thekkady)

Lofty peaks little streams and ever expanding tea plantations are the attractions of this place. Pattumala (which literally means hill draped in silk) is home to the two most famous tea plantations in Kerala - Harrision Malayalam and A V Thomas & Co. The Velankanni Matha Church, built entirely of granite, at the top of the hill is a famous pilgrim centre. The flower garden nearby is a fascinating riot of colours of roses, orchids and anthurium.

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