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Kodai Road to Megamalai, Theni Trip

Kodai Road

In 9 hours, the journey from Hosur to Kodai Road is seamlessly covered by a bus. The time to travel depends on the traffic, the roads, and the environment of India. There are operators running their buses from Hosur to Kodai Route, providing many people in India with the requisite travel comfort. All buses are operated by professional drivers who ensure safety when traveling

You can easily book your return tickets from Kodai Road to Hosur if this is not a one-way trip. Choose a bus that best meets your needs and demands with a multitude of operators serving this route. You can also use the philter option to organize the bus operators according to your preferred choices, such as travel length, fare, available seats, etc.

Megamalai

Megamalai, renowned for its virgin forests and pristine waterfalls, is an eco-paradise. It is a refuge for bird watchers and over 100 bird species, including the Great Indian hornbill, red-whiskered bulb, spotted dove and blue robin, have been recorded in the area. The rare fruit bat from Salim Ali is located exclusively in Megamalai. Trekking through the forests and tea estates with opportunities to spot animals like Indian Gaurs is one of the most exciting experiences you will have in Megamalai.



The Highways Mountain locally named the Meghamalai, is an undulating landscape of peaks belonging to the Western Ghats Varushanad Range in the district of Theni. The Meghamalai Hills were confined to private tea and coffee plantation estates. But now the vast region of quiet wilderness is steadily opening up to visitors, one beautiful place at a time. It remains, however, one of the destinations near Theni that is untouched and untarnished.

About Meghamalai : In the Gazetteer maps of the British period, which date back to the 1920s, mention of these mountains can be found. Like several other forested areas of India, the region was being inspected by British officials for Cinchona plantations. The Highways, in the gazetteer's own words, were the least recognized part of Madurai's extended hilly area and were infested with wild elephants. The forest was deep and impenetrable, and everyone had to wade through chest-deep waters if they tried to join.

The best time to fly to Meghamalai: Winter is the best season to visit Meghamalai. The weather here from October to March is great for a trip. The cold climate wraps like an envelope around the hills and the valleys, thereby producing a beautiful atmosphere. As this is the monsoon season, try to stop from July to September.


How to Attain Meghamalai

Madurai will be the closest airport to Meghamalai, as well as the nearest railway station. It takes an hour and a half by car from the main town of Theni and about 3 hours by car from Madurai. There are long-haul buses from Madurai and also distant cities such as Chennai and Bangalore, as well as Chinnamanurur local buses.


Meghamalai Attractions : For visitors, the main draw here is the abundance of nature. Most of the surrounding tea estates are available for you to explore. Highways Estate, Ananda Plantations, Ponsiva Plantations, and Field Made Estate are among the most common and frequently visited. Amidst the plantations, there is an artificial lake and many walkways through the woods for you to explore the unknown. The Kardana Coffee Estate is also further uphill. You can visit the origin of the Suruli River, which streams downhill to form the popular Suruli Falls, which is another important Theni attraction, among other tourist attractions. A glimpse of the Cumbum Valley and the villages that surround its slopes can be taken from the point of origin. You may also pay a visit to Silver Peak, also known as Vellimalai. Located near the Periyar Tiger Reserve, this place is renowned for its green hilltops and curiously shrouded peaks with snow-like clouds.

Meghamalai Flora and Fauna : The flora and fauna are Meghamalai's true jewels. As you drive into Meghamalai, with its elegance and beauty and its majestic appearance, you can almost sense the wilderness of the place envelop you. Some of the other plantations here apart from extensive tea and coffee estates are pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon. As for the fauna, there are various species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and butterflies in Meghamalai. One can also spot over a hundred different kinds of birds, including the Great Indian Hornbills, with some patience. This forest is also the only home to the Latidens Salim Ali species of fruit bats, named after Salim Ali, a famous Indian ornithologist.

Theni Tourism 

Located near Madurai, Theni is the most important agricultural property. Due to this charming climate and green environment, this city has become popular. Coffee, cardamom plantations, grape vineyards, and other crops fill much of Theni's part. For those who need a break from the hustle and bustle, Theni is a superb getaway. There are plenty of ancient temples worth visiting in Theni. It is surrounded by lots of stunning milky waterfalls as well.



The district of Theni was declared as a separate district in 1997. Until then it was part of the district of Madurai and belonged to the municipality of Madurai. The most important villages in Theni are Bodi and Ammapatti. The district of Theni extends over an area of 2,889 sq km. Tamil is the official language and citizens of all faiths live in peace here. Theni district was sparsely populated in the early 90s, then the cambium after the building of Mullai Periyar dam, Some water was obtained by the valley and so the regions surrounding it flourished. The Theni district is divided into two natural divisions, one with dense vegetation in the hilly area and the other with perennial streams in the green fields. 40.3 percent of Theni is agricultural land and farmers make up more than 50 percent of the people living here. The sweetest of all grapes is considered to be the Paneer trachea(purple grapes) that is grown here.

Theni Highlights : This amazing India is also renowned for its busy life, apart from music, tradition, and hospitality. Chennai is one of those notable fast-growing towns. This town is a mix of everything and is an ideal place to take your family on a holiday. The oldest temples in India, such as the Temple of Kapaleeswarar and the Temple of Ashtalakshmi. Historical monuments such as Fort St. George and the Legislative Assembly, in addition to temples, played an important role in the colonial period.


Theni climate

Theni is renowned for its lovely scenery and friendly atmosphere. Because of its environment and backdrop, it has become a popular shooting sport. During the season, Theni has sunny weather that ranges from 35 degrees to 38 degrees. But the climate will be mild, pleasant, and foggy for the remainder of the months from July to January. It gets decent rainfall during the monsoon. Visit then to taste its elegance to the fullest during the months of Sept to Nov.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 - Megamalai Sightseeing Day 2 - Theni Sightseeing Day 3 - Theni Sightseeing