Panchalimedu, Idukki Overview
Panchalimedu, a hill station in Idukki district, Kerala, is known for its cool climate. According to legend, the Pandavas stayed here during their exile, which is how the place got its name. One of the caves here is said to bear the footprints of Bhima, and a small pond called Panjali Kulam is said to be where Panchali (Draupadi), wife of the Pandavas, used to bathe.
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How To Reach Panchalimedu
Panchalimedu can be reached by a 7 km hike from Murinjapuzha on the Kottayam Kumily route. Jeeps are readily available from Murinjapuzha. Also, Panchalimedu lies at a distance of 8 km from Peruvanthanam from where jeeps and autos are easily available.
Details about Panchalimedu
On the western side, the cliff points towards Mundakkayam and Kanjirapally. It is also said that even the sea can be viewed from here on a day when the sky is clear. Panchalimedu is situated at a distance of 7 km from Murinjapuzha on the Kottam-Kumily route at an elevation of 2500 feet above sea level. A number of Ayyappa devotees camp here on Makar Sankranti to be a part of the pious Makaravilakku that appears in the Ponnambalamedu near the Sabarimala temple. One is likely to discover a lot of new things and places at this hill station and witness the surreal beauty of nature.
