Panchalimedu is
one of the beautiful hill stations in
the Idukki district of Kerala, God’s
Own Country. The cool climate and refreshing breeze is a specialty here.
The place offers an ethereal atmosphere. Panchalimedu has an enchanting
set of hills, which refreshes the body and mind.
Story Behind the Place
Name: Panchalimedu
According to legends, ‘Pandavas’ (heroes of the epic – Mahabharata) stayed at this place, during
their exile from the Kingdom and hence the name Panchalimedu. Here,
a cave is known as bearing the footprints of Bhima. There is small temple
dedicated to Bhuvaneshwari. The remnants of Shivalingas, thrishul, naga idols
are also there. A small pond is there, which is known as ‘Panjali
Kulam’, in which Panchali (wife of Pandavas) used to take bath.
Location
12 Kms from Kuttikkanam (When you come from Kumily, Thekkady)
8 Kms from Peruvanthanam (When you come from Kottayam)
How to reach
Panchalimedu
By road: 7km
hike from Murinjapuzha on Kottayam Kumily route. (Jeeps are available from Murinjapuzha)
: 8 Kms from Peruvanthanam (Jeeps or autos available from Peruvanthanam)
Altitude
2500 ft above sea level
Where You Can Stay
Kuttikkanam, Peerumedu or Mundakkayam
What to do at
Panchalimedu
Enjoy climbing the hills, cool breeze, soft touch of snow
Best season to Visit
Panchalimedu
Throughout
the year, except Monsoon. To enjoy the chilled climate, monsoon is good!
Nearby Places to
visit
Amalagiri, Kanayankavayal,
Thekkemala, Kuttikkanam, Murinjapuzha, Peruvanthanam, Peerumedu.
