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Other Attractions in Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
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Besides touring the wildlife and the natural beauty of the Park one can also visit the following places of interest:
- Kumily: You can go for a short excursion to Kumily, just 4-kms away from Periyar. The former spice trade centre, the town is still growing the spices largely. Also, there are plenty opportunities for accommodation in the hotels and resorts in the town.
- Cardomon Hills: Then Kerala's picturesque and beautiful cardomom hills can be easily accessed from Periyar and Kumily. A guide who accompanies you in the jeep or taxi elaborates and directs you towards the correct position to have a panoramic view of the hills.
- Boat Cruises: Boat cruises make the best option to check out the wilds of Periyar Sanctuary. Today, the Periyar lake presents an excellent boating spot for tourists. Although it is unusual to see many animals from the boats, still you spot a family of Elephants, Wild Boar, and Sambar Deer by the water's edge.
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Mangala Devi Temple: You can also visit the Mangala Devi Temple – an ages old beautiful old stone temple amidst the forest.
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