Agasthyakoodam
A Peak 1890 meters above the sea level situated on Sahya Mountains, 61km away from town. Agasthyarkoodam is a pilgrimage centre for devotees of the Hindu sage Agastya. Agasthyamuni (a famous saint) spent his days in meditation at this place and hence the name. This place is suitable for mountaineers.
The peak of Agasthyarkoodam can be reached only by trekking up to it. Trekking is allowed based on strict guidelines and is open to pilgrims during January to mid March. Trekking passes are issued by Kerala Forest Department from the district office at Trivandrum. The trekking route starts from Bonacaud. The route "Neyyar-Agasthyakoodam" is not open for public.
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