Mankayam Ecotourism, Thiruvananthapuram
Near the Capital City of Thiruvananthapuram is Mankayam, arranged close Palode in Nedumangad Taluk. This water display can be delighted in whenever of the year. Mankayam was as of late propelled as a zone for ecotourism, overseen by the State Forest Department.
At the Mankayam ecotourism zone, guests can look for the help of aides with the whole exercises composed by the Vanasamrakshna Samithi (Forest Protection Group), working under the backwoods division of the State.
Ascending from the slope scopes of Chemunchi, the River Chittar, streaming down through the timberlands of Brymore makes a tributary as Mankayam River. The Mankayam River in its course additionally down, produces two fantastic waterfalls. One is at Kalakayam, which is one of the greatest waterfalls in the zone and the other at Kurissadi. The tremendous falls at Kalakayam and Kurisadi can be seen and appreciated from see focuses given by specialists. The Kurisadi Ghat offers an incredible spot for bathing.With rich woods setting, the zone in and around the waterfalls are overwhelmingly green. Bushes to colossal and grandiose trees of evergreen and semi-evergreen prairies are found here.
From Mankayam, guests can go to close-by beautiful spots and can likewise go for trekking. An inside territory trek here, covering Iruthala Moola – Ayampara is a half day trek, which additionally would empower one to witness the Ayampara waterfalls and a portion of the natural life in the zone. Experience slanted guests may decide on the one day Mankayam – Varayadin Mottai trek. This trek would take one through moving valleys, prairies and shola backwoods. You would likewise go over the imperiled Nilgiri Tahr; a types of wild goat, at the pinnacle of Varayadin Mottai. Outdoors choices are accessible here alongside prepared aides.