November 20th, 2014 
admin Konni – Pathanamthitta
Konni is a hilly and forested village which is situated on the banks of the mighty Achankovil River in Pathanamthitta District. Konni is crisscrossed by numerous streams and rivulets and the vast expanse of the Western Ghats. It is renowned for its Elephant Training Centre, elephant cages, forest and rubber plantations. Konni Teak has earned its name all over the world.
The large area of thick forest with wild animals has now made Konni emerge as another tourist spot for safaris and trekking. The pulse of Konni eco tourism is Elephants.
Konni elephant training centre is a must visit in Kerala. The elephant training centre is located 11 km from Pathanamthitta. Here we can find huge cages built of heavy loges (Aanakoodu), which can accommodate 3 to 4 elephants. Well experienced trainers use their traditional methods to train the baby elephants.
Elephant Cage (Aanakoodu)
Konni is becoming a new destination for people visiting Kerala from other states of India. The activities such as elephant safari, trekking, visiting elephant cages are the main attraction of Konni. The government of Kerala have under taken Konni to maintain its scenic beauty and protecting it under eco tourism together with the help of local people.
Places to Visit in Konni
Konni Elephant Training Centre
Achankovil River
Kattathipara
Kumbhavurutty Waterfall
Konni Reserve Forest
Muringamangalam Sree Mahadevar Temple
Achankovil and Aluvamkudi Temples
Nearest Railways station is Punalur (25km) and the nearest Airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 99 km from Pathanamthitta.
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