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Calvary Mount with snow-capped hills and views! Let's go to a beautiful destination in Idukki.

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Calvary Mount is a popular destination among tourists visiting Idukki. It is a paradise for tourists with its snow-capped greenery and cool ambiance. If you are looking for a different view of the hills and mountains of Idukki, you can boldly drive to Calvary Mount. At 2700 feet above sea level, Calvary Mount is one of the best viewpoints in Idukki. From here, You can experience the views of the Idukki Dam Reservoir, forests, and blue waters. It will be an unforgettable experience in your life.

With the onset of winter, Calvary Mount has some of the most beautiful views. From here, you can enjoy the best views of Idukki without getting bored no matter how far you go.The mist that sometimes passes at noon sometimes obscures the surrounding views, but the experience it provides is irreplaceable. With a gust of wind that blows non-stop, Calvary Mount seems to take travelers to some paradise. The best view from here is of the Idukki Dam, which looks like it is overflowing. These views are approximately 700 feet below the Calvary Mount View Point. Apart from the views of the reservoir, the small islands in the middle and the coastal forests are a feast for the eyes.

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Due to the COVID period, tourists are admitted here under strict COVID restrictions. Visitors are allowed inside only after checking their body temperature. Vehicles will be disinfected.

How to reach

Calvary Mount is located near Idukki Cheruthoni. If you go on the Cheruthoni-Kattappana route, you can see the entrance gate here. It is located at a distance of 15 km from Cheruthoni.
It is located at a distance of 10 km from Idukki Dam. Calvary Mount is 55.6 km from Munnar, 71.3 km from Thodupuzha, and 140 km from Kottayam.

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Nearest airport: Cochin international airport

Nearest railway station: Aluva railway station