Periyar House is a wildlife resort located on the banks of the Periyar Lake at Thekkady, Idukki, Kerala. This resort is managed by the State-run Kerala Tourism Development Corporation.
Ideal for a closer acquaintance with wildlife, the Periyar House offers one star economy class facilities with 44 well-furnished rooms.
Next to Periyar House is the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves.
The sanctuary was declared as a tiger reserve under ‘Project Tiger’ in 1978. There is an artificial lake in the north central part of the sanctuary.
Boating in the lake offers visitors a unique experience to watch wild animals in close quarters.
Herds of elephants roaming around are a common sight on the banks of the lake. The sanctuary is home to rare species of flora and fauna.
In the evenfall birds rest on the dry woods stemming out of the scenic lake, gifting visitors a memorable experience. |