PANCHALIMEDU VIEWPOINT

It is a view point located about 10 kilometers away from Kuttikanam. It ia an ideal place for trekking and Eco-friendly tourism.It is located at 9.32 North Longitude and 76.57 East east Latitudes and have an altitude of about 950 meters above sea level. The winds here are sometimes so strong especially during the summer. According to the Hindu legend it was one of the many hiding spots of the five Pandava Brothers and their sister Panchali.Thus the name "Panchalimedu" was assigned to the place which means Hill of Panchali.

It is a beautiful spot ,which hosts a beautiful pond called Panchalikkulam (the word means Pond of Panchali). It is possible to see an unending stretch of hills and valleys from here.The divine flame of Savirimala lit during the Savirimala pilgrim season ,the Makaravilakku can be seen from here.

How To Reach:

Panchalimedu is about 15 Kilometers away from Peermade. From Peermade move along the Kottayam Road for 4 Kilometers and yo will reach Kuttikkanam. From here make a left turn and move along the Kottayam route. After Moving for 5 Kilometers you will reach the town called Murinjapuzha. There will be a beautiful waterfalls on the way. From Murinjapuzha you can see the big valley in front of you. Make a left turn and move 7 Kilometers and you will reach Panchaimedu.