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Theyyam of Malabar - Centuries Old Cultural Performing Art of Kerala

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 22 Jun 2017 11:34:00 -0700

Theyyam - Incarnation of God | The Only Ritual Where You Can See Your God with Naked Eyes

Arts and artists are always get respect when they become popular. So many performing arts are well known through out the world. Now I am going to discuss here is a performing art that is highly involved in culture. Have you ever heard about Theyyam? Majority of the answers will be NO

Theyyam is a centuries old ritual that takes place only in small villages in the northern part of the Kerala, i.e. Kasargod, Kannur, Waynad and Calicut which were form part of Malabar districts of former Madras Presidency. It is one of the most outstanding ancient dance forms of Kerala.

Are You Suffering Vomiting or Stomach Disorder During Your Munnar Thekkady Tour ? Then You Must Visit This Place

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 22:35:00 -0700

Vomiting and Stomach Disorder Relief Center Between Munnar and Thekkady

Amma's Refreshment Center, Tharessa Nagar | Are you travelling between Munnar and Thekkady and feeling vomiting or any kind of stomach disorder !!! Then you must visit this place to get free medicine that cure all these issues in few minutes

Some time things happens in our life in coincidence. Here this article took birth from an incident that really happened during my travel between Munnar and Thekakdy. Before going to the context in deep. we will discuss some situations that made birth this article.

As you know, when you travel in a terrain like Munnar which having ghat roads, there is high chances of stomach disorders like vomiting and gas trouble etc. which can ruin the charm of your eagerly planned holiday trip. Recently I had a family trip and after our wonderful stay at The Leaf Resort & Great Escapes Resort at Munnar, we started our journey towards the next destination that is Thekkady through Chinnakkanal - Nedumkandam Route which having very narrow roads with lots of hairpin bends here and there.

When we passed our half of the journey, my wife felt like vomiting and we had to stop the vehicle. She started vomiting in the roadside and even after few minutes she did not feel comfortable for onward journey. Just opposite to the road we find a small shop that sell cool drinks. tea coffee etc. I walked towards the shop with an intention to buy something to drink and I saw an old couple at shop looking towards us.

The man told me that they will provide some medicine for vomiting and asked me to bring my wife to the shop. We went there and till that time I was unaware that I am going to experience one of the best moments in my life

As I said in the beginning of this article the shop run by an old couple. So now let me introduce them with their name. They are Mr. George and Lissy. Shop Names is Amma's Shop. We will call her Lissy Amma. She told me that she will give a home made medicine for curing the stomach problem and she prepared small volume of hot water after that put her own home made ayurvedic medicine . Then she asked my wife to drink it

Meantime George uncle told me that within couple of minutes my wife will be ok and ready for travel. When he said this to me, I just smiled because I could not believe his words. They told us to sit and relax few minutes and we did the same. After couple of minutes, my wife told me that she is feeling normal and completely get rid of vomiting tendency and gas trouble. She also can't believe the effectiveness of home made medicine from Lissy Amma and told me that she is ready for travel.

At that moment I ran towards my car for the camera and with their permission took some snaps which I am attaching with this article. Still I was strucked with the magic of Lissy Amma's Medicine and decided to spend some time with them. Both of them were free as no other customers were present that time.

I was about to give some money for the treatment. But she denied be saying that she helped lots of people with it and never collected single penny for the medicine. She got the secrete recipe of this home made medicine from her father and most importantly she never sell it as a product and will not. Lissy Aunty always love to help others. We purchased some snacks and ice cream from them

Then George uncle took me to their home which is attached with the shop. They provide bathroom facility for the tourists passing by with very reasonable service charge. Their home is in the back side and they even provide resting room for needy travellers. He told me about their family and both of them earn living from the shop and the services provided along with it. They treat all the people with smile and when a person visit this place, he or she will feel homely

At George Uncle and Lissy Amma's place you will get complete remedy for Cough, Vomiting, Gas Trouble etc. that we experienced our self. I thought I can share my incident with our readers and I am pretty sure that this article will help lots of people during their travel in the said directions

Name : Amma's Refreshment Center with Bakery & Coffee Bar,
Address : Tharessa Nagar, Kilavikulam
Contact Person : Mr. George
Mobile No : +91 9544720415
Place is located between Munnar and Thekkady in Chinnakkanal Nedumkandam Route

A Small Shop where you get Tea/ Coffee Snacks, Mineral Water. Ice Cream, Soft Drinks, Fruits etc. With guarantee I can suggest you to visit this place and experience their homely hospitality.

Nearest Land Mark : Velankaniimatha Church , Mayiladumpara

I salute both of them for their helping mentality without focusing on money. These types of human beings are rarely seen nowadays. So let us make them popular. I request all the readers to share this story so that whole world can know about Lissy Amma's Refreshment Center. Also I request all of you to please visit and spend some time whenever you travel in this route and buy something to help George Uncle and Lissy Aunty

Thank You...

Cheap and Best Dormitory Near Edakkal Caves Wayanad for Group Stay

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 01:45:00 -0700

BUDGET DORMITORY NEAR EDAKKAL CAVES WAYANAD

Just 5 Kms distance from historic sightseeing point Edakkal Caves. Budget Dormitory Booking in Wayanad .... Best Suitable for 10 Members , 15 Members & 20 Members Group. If you are in search of budget dormitory for your group stay in Wayand, then the search will end here.

@ Dormitory You Will Get :-
Neat and Clean Dormitory
Bunker Type Beds
Bed Sheet, Pillow with Cover & Blankets
4 Attached Bathrooms
Wash Basin with Big Mirror

Accommodation Type:Dormitory
Checkin/Checkout:12Noon / 11AM
Number of Rooms:1 Rooms
Maximum Capacity:20 People

Thekkady Flower Show 2017 – Pushpamela Kumily - A Photo Blog

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 13 Apr 2017 07:17:00 -0700

Hi Friends .. How are you ..

Thekkady Flower Show is going on at the Kallarakal gardens ground which is on Kumily Thekkady route from 11th April and it will come to an end on 22nd April. This week we thought to share a photo blog on Kumily Pushpamela

Along with flower show vistors can enjoy the traditional art forms as well. This year there are good collection of medicinal plants which seems to be a good one. Nature-wildlife photo exhibition, caricature exhibition, farm products stalls and seminars is a part of the flower show.

So now let us see some photos of Thekkady Flower Show 2017

Complete Guide for Post Office Savings Bank Account Opening with ATM Card Activation

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 28 Mar 2017 23:13:00 -0700

How to Open Post Office Savings Bank Account with Just ₹50 Deposit and Get Free ATM Card

Hi friends ... Hope you all doing well. Today we thought to share an in-depth article of India Post Savings Bank account opening and activation of associated ATM card. You also might have heard about this service from social media and all account holders will be getting free ATM card and same can be used in any other bank's ATM machines without any extra service charge(limited to particular number of transactions). Post office banking with this new facility is getting popular among common man day by day as we all of us getting services including cash withdrawing option, fund transfer etc

Visit to Pathiramanal Islands and Pulinkunnu Church | A Short Getaway from Kochi - Part 2

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 05:11:00 -0700

SHORT GETAWAYS FROM KOCHI-Part 2.

Pathiramanal Islands

Cheap and Best Group Accommodation in Ernakulam Town Railway Station

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Mar 2017 22:55:00 -0800

Lots of travelers used to ask about accommodation near railway station in Ernakulam. This week we have come up with budget group accommodation very near to Ernakulam North (Ernakulam Town) Railway Station

About Jumbo Ernakulam Town Railway Hotel
Ideal for Group arriving in Ernakulam Town railway Station. Group can avoid pick up cost. Hotel ideally located at 2nd Platform Exit ( 0 Kms).

Key Facts
    Accommodation Type: Hotel
    Checkin/Checkout: 1Noon / 11AM
    Number of Rooms: 20 Rooms
    Maximum Capacity: 80 People

Main Amenities
    24-Hours Front Desk
    24x7 Security Service
    A/c & Non A/c Rooms
    Attached Bathroom
    Blankets
    Car Parking
    Housekeeping
    Power Back Up
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A Trip to Idukki Arch Dam - Short Getaways from Kochi - Part 1

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 14 Feb 2017 04:14:00 -0800

Many people enquired us about 1 day short getaways from Kochi especially during weekend or holidays. Now we are starting our new article series named as SHORT GETAWAYS from KOCHI. We are covering the details of a trip to Idukki dam and close spots in this article.

Idukki Dam Top

Daily Pooja Timings at Guruvayoor Temple | Chorunu Thulabhram Timings & Dress Code of Guruvayur Temple

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 7 Feb 2017 01:29:00 -0800

Guruvayoor Temple is one of the most sacred and most visited temple for Hindus. Lots of devotees regularly vising from different parts of the country to have Lord Krishna dharshan. Here we are going to discuss about the temple pooja timings and related stuffs. Hope this article will help you

We were getting number of calls asking about the timings of Guruvayoor temple from our readers and here we are with same. Thanks to gotirupathi.com website from where we got the detailed darshan timings of Guruvayur Temple

Guruvayoor Temple Timings : (Source : www.gotirupathi.com )
3:00 am : Temple Opening Hours
3:00 am – 3:10 am : Nirmalyadarsanam. Open for Darshan
3:10 am – 3:40 am : Thailabhishekam, Vakacharthu
3:40 am – 4:15 am : Malar Naivedyam, Darshan will be closed
4:15 am – 4:30 am : Open for General Darshan
4:30 am – 5:00 am : Usha Naivedyam. Darshan will be closed
5:00 am – 5:30 am : Open for General Darshan
5:30 am – 6:15 am : Ganapathy Homam, Ethirettupooja
6:15 am – 7:00 am : Seeveli. Darshan will be closed
7:00 am – 7:40 am : Open for General Darshan
7:40 am – 9:00 am : Palabhishekam, Pantheeradi Pooja
9:00 am – 11:30 am : Open for General Darshan
11:30 am – 12:30 pm : Uchapooja. Darshan will be closed
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm : Open for General Darshan
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm : Temple will be closed
4:30 pm Temple Re-opening Hours
4:45 pm – 5:00 pm : Seeveli
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm : Open for General Darshan
6:00 pm – 6:30 pm : Deeparadhana
6:30 pm – 7:20 pm : Open for General Darshan
7:20 pm – 8:00 pm : Athazha Pooja
8:00 pm – 8:30 pm : Open for General Darshan
8:45 pm – 10:00 pm : Seeveli, Chuttuvilakku, Olavayana Thrippuka
10:00 pm :- Temple Closing Hours

Guruvayur Temple Senior Citizens Darshan Timings
Morning Hours: 5:00 am - 8:00 am
Evening Hours: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Remarks : Guruvayoor Temple Timings may vary during festive days like, Astami Rohini, Udayasthamana Pooja and other important temple festivals.

Guruvayur Temple Dress Code
Dress Code for Men inside Guruvayoor Temple :- White Dhoti and Upper Shall
Dress Code for Women inside Guruvayoor Temple :- Saree, Half Saree, Salwar Kameez, Skirts and Blouse allowed
Precautions: T-shirt, Lungi, chequered clothes, pyjama will not be allowed. Mobile phones and camera are strictly prohibited inside the temple. You can enter inside only after security checking. So better keep prohibited items in the safe deposit locker at the temple entrance.

Chorunu Timings For Kids (First Feeding of Babies) in Guruvayoor Temple
This offering will be conducted at Chorun Hall (located at first floor of old Ticket Counter building). Take the ticket for chorun from counter before entering the chorun Hall. This offerings starts daily at 5am till 1pm and also in the evening.The choroonu for kids will not be conducted on Ekadasi and every Vavu Night. The choroonu will not be conducted on Guruvayur Ekadasi Day (Entire day).

How to Perform Choroonu in Guruvayur Temple : Better to plan for morning time to perform your kid's choroonu. Inside the temple they have got spacious arrangements for performing good number of chorun ceremony at Guruvayoor at one time. As we mentioned above, take your ticket before entering to the hall and show the same inside choroon hall. Then one of the poojaris will accompany you towards the chorun space where you can see lots of wooden seats in different rows. Poojari will show you the place where you can sit with your kid.

Normally father of the child sit with the baby and poojari will serve Kerala type Sadhya in banana leaf along with prayers. Choroon Sadhya will be including Cooked Rice, Dal with Ghee, Ginger Pickle (Puili Inji), Banana Chips, Banana (Pazham), Pappad (Pappadam ) and Payasam (All in small quantity suitable for your kid). As the poojari start prayers, you can give first Choroon / Chorun / Chorunu of Guruvayoor Temple to your beloved kid. Let she or he get different taste together for the first time

Cost for Choroonu in Guruvayoor Temple : Chorun Ticket charge is Rs.20/- & you have to give dakshina for the performing poojari which is Rs.100/- normally. People give dakshina like 101 , 201 etc as per their wish

Family who performed Choroon can enter directly to Sree Kovil and get Dharshan : After completing the ceremony two of the family members along with choroon given baby can enter inside Serikovil and have darshan of Bhagavan Sree Krishna. You don't need to stand in long queue for getting darshan in this case. So don't forget to utilize this opportunity.

Guruvayoor Temple Thulabhram Timings
The thulabharam offerings will start daily at 5am till the shrine is closed(aproximate-1.30pm) and again in the evening 5pm till the shrine is closed(aproximate-8.30pm).

How to Perform Your Child's Thulabharam at Guruvayoor Temple :- This is considered as an auspicious ceremony for the kids as well as elders. Lets discuss the case of kids here. First go and take ticket for Thulabharam from the counter and come to thulabharam hall which is on the right side of the main entrance inside. You can go there with your kid and select the material with that you are going to perform thulabharam in-front of Bhagavan. You can use Ghee, Sugar, Banana, Jaggery etc for the same. So after selecting the material you can perform the proceedings with the help of temple authorized persons. After thulabharam, you can make payment in accordance with the the weight of the material used. Payment can be done at the same place where you do the ceremony

Also Read : Choroonu Timing and Proceedings of Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple, Kannur

Cheap and Best Mountain Top Tent Camping with Campfire in Munnar

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 2 Feb 2017 01:37:00 -0800

Tent Camping is always been one of the preferred type of accommodation for bachelors and adventure lovers. Here Jumborooms.Com coming up with Munnar Camping Packages

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     Accommodation Type: Tent Camping
     Lady Friendly
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    Team Building Camps for Corporates
    Food & BBQ on Request
    Checkinn/Checkout: 1PM / 11AM
    Number of Tents : 5 Nos
    Maximum Capacity: 15 People

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    Tent Accommodation with Bed, Pillow & Blankets
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    Breakfast , Lunch & Dinner On Extra Cost
    Campfire on Request
    Hot Water During Morning & Evening
    Homely Food On Request
    Trekking Arrangements on Request

Ramakkalmedu Dormitory Booking | Cheap and Best Dormitories from Jumborooms

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 00:19:00 -0800

Jumbo Premium Dormitory @ Ramakkalmedu

Ramakkalmedu(Malayalam:രാമക്കൽമേട്‌ ) is a hill station and a hamlet in Idukki district in the Indian state of Kerala. The place is noted for its panoramic beauty and numerous windmills.

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India’s First Solar Powered Ferry Service Started at Kottayam District of Kerala

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 00:21:00 -0800

First Ever Solar Ferry Service in India between Vaikom and Thavanakadavu

India’s First Solar-Powered Ferry ADITYA is now Kerala's Own. Without doubt we can say it is one of the best initiative in terms of ecology & tourism

First solar ferry service is now running between Vaikom and Thavanakadavu

Inauguration Function held 12th January 2016 at 5 PM. By Sri. Pinarayi Vijayan ; Hon' Chief Minister Of kerala.

Chief Guest : Sri. Piyush Goyal ; Hon' Minister For New & Renewable Energy

The solar Ferry is the product of NavAlt ; a company that builds electric boats and ferries powered by solar energy. NavAlt is pioneering solar-powered mobility that is commercially viable.

See the details from their website
" The photovoltaic modules on the roof of the 20m ferry will be sufficient to charge the batteries for 6-hour operation everyday. During the cloudy days of Kerala, the ferry service will still be operational with secondary charging available at the dock.

With negligible operational cost due to absence of fuel, India’s first solar ferry’s breakeven period is as low as breakeven period is as low as two years. After factoring MNRE subsidy the boat is break-even from day one.

With our resolve to provide diesel-free water transportation, we have succeeded in building a ferry which cares for mother Nature. Negligible noise pollution is another benefit."

Union minster assured that central government will extend support to introduce more similar boats in Kerala's backwaters as it is keen to promote environment-friendly projects.

Inaugurated India’s First Solar Ferry at Kottayam, Kerala pic.twitter.com/Hf2iZOGqTo
— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) January 12, 2017

Definitely the new project give an additional attraction for Kerala Backwater Tourism and tourists also can have their experience on this new solar boat safari

Munnar Lockhart Tea Estate The Mistea Land Adventure Activities Including Kayaking, River Crossing, Polaris Ride

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 22 Oct 2016 11:39:00 -0700

Great news for adventure lovers as Munnar now got some interesting activities with effective customer service. Munnar Lockhart Tea Estate recently started tourism activities such as Tea Factory visit, Tea Plantation Visit, Plantation Museum, Trekking, Kayaking, Zipline, Burma Bridge, Earthquake walk, River Crossing, Commando Net, Polaris ATV Ride, Archery, Camping, Rock Climbing, Jumaring etc. It is a one day program.

How to Solve Wrong Pay Out Split Up Error on Airbnb by Applying New Payent Routing Rules

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Hi.. If you are an Airbnb host and recently getting paid out split up error on your listing, then we are here with the solution for the same. We are sure that this article will be a helping guide for hosts

Kamal Pure Vegetarian Family Restaurant Nilamel Near Jatayu Nature Park Chadayamangalam

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 00:55:00 -0700

Hi Friends ...

Its been couple of week since we published lat article. In the middle had family trips to Trivandrum and that made us to write this article which is based on a Restaurant in between Kottarakkara (Ayur / Kuriyod ) and Jadayu Nature Park / Jadayu Para Chadayamangalam Nilamel where we had mouth watering delicious food

Chennai to Munnar by Bus - Must Read Article with Latest Updates

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 17 Sep 2016 21:55:00 -0700

Once we published our detailed article about Bangalore to Munnar by bus, we got several mails and calls asking “ Is there any bus from Chennai to Munnar and back, How can we reach Munnar from Chennai by bus etc..” This led me to write a short note on Chennai to Munnar by bus.

Bangalore to Munnar by Bus - All Details in Single Click

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 08:49:00 -0700

Munnar also known as the Kashmir of South India is considered as the Paradise for honeymooners and nature lovers. But unlike other popular destination, Munnar has limited mode of connectivity. Exactly we can reach proper Munnar only through road or you have to depend on roadways to reach Munnar exactly even though you can reach nearby cities like Kochi/ Coimbatore/ Madurai etc... by train/ flight etc.. from your town. You can read our previous article : How to Reach Munnar for detailed routes and possibilities

One of the best weekend getaways from Bangalore is a memorable trip to Munnar. Apart from flight and train to Kochi, Bangalore is connected to Munnar via luxury buses. Compared to train it is very easy to get tickets for these buses on normal days. But for weekend and during holidays we suggest you to grab the tickets well in advance. Till 2005, between Bangalore and Munnar only Kerala and Karnataka State transport Corporations had the service. Thanks to many private bus operators and both State transport co operations for plying 6-8 buses (total) per day to Munnar from Bangalore now.

In this article, I am trying my best to provide details of all buses from Bangalore to Munnar and back with their timings, starting points, pick up points, fares and whom to contact for booking tickets in these buses. If you find any more buses, please let me know; so that I can add on, which will help some travellers too.

Note:- Only Kerala SRTC, Karnataka SRTC and SRS Travels operates its direct bus service till Munnar town using the same bus; whereas all remaining operators like Kallada, Royal, Polymer, KPN and Greenline operates till Cumbam/ Udumalpett/ Kattapana and put connection vans/ mini bus to Munnar connecting other travellers from Chennai who reach these destinations via these buses and has ticket till Munnar. So my personal opinion is that always make first preference as either State transport buses or SRS.

Bangalore to Munnar by Kerala RTC (KSRTC) buses:

Kerala SRTC Bangalore- Munnar 2+2 Airbus at Munnar Bus stand

Kerala SRTC has one Super Deluxe 2+2 Push back air bus with 40 seats running in Bangalore Munnar route via Mysore- Sulthan Bathery ( Wayanad)- Kozhikode- Angamali- Kothamangalam- Adimali.
Timings:
Onward Journey Return Journey
Bangalore: 4 pm (Satellite bus terminal- Majestic). Munnar: - 3.30 pm
Munnar: 07.30 am (Munnar bus stand) Bangalore: - 7.30 am
Fare:Rs. 765/ person.
For Bookings: www.keralartc.in

Bangalore to Munnar by Karnataka RTC (KSRTC) buses:

Karnataka SRTC has one Executive Rajahamsa 2+1 Push back bus with 33 seats running in Bangalore Munnar route via Hosur- Salem- Udumalpettu- Marayoor
Timings:
Onward Journey Return Journey
Bangalore: 9 pm (Shanti Nagar Bus stand). Munnar:- 5.00 pm
Munnar: 10.30 am (Munnar bus stand) Bangalore: - 6.30 am
Fare: Rs. 550/ person
For Bookings: www.ksrtc.in

Bangalore to Munnar by Private Interstate Luxury bus operators:
At present, there are 6 interstate luxury bus operators from Bangalore to Munnar. They include Non AC 2+2 Seat coaches, 2+1 Non AC Sleeper and 2+1 AC Sleeper coaches.
I have made my level best know as much details I can to help travellers from Bangalore to reach Munnar by bus which includes departure points from Bangalore, pick up points and timings, fare, seat type, contact information, booking numbers etc... The pickup timing are provided by operators themselves. I think considering Bangalore traffic during night times, it can extend up to 10 to 30 minutes. If any traveller finds any new bus service or some bus service not operating please feel write to me so that I can update here and it would be helpful for other travellers too.

Note:- Majestic circle, Kalasipalayam ( City market) and Madiwala are the main points to board all intercity luxury coaches. But most of the coaches have pick up facilities using the same bus or other bus/ mini bus from different parts of the city. Kindly check the exact time with operator/ agent while booking.

Private operators take Bangalore to Munnar via Hosur- Salem- Udumalpett- Marayur route Or Dindigal- Vatalagundu- Theni- Cumbam- Poopara route.

SRSTRAVELS:

SRS Travels is reliable intercity bus operator based at Bangalore. SRS starts from Madiwala Bangalore at 9.15 pm and reaches Munnar at 8.30 am.
This is the only private bus operator which connects Bangalore to Munnar through direct bus without much delay / waiting for any connection service from Chennai. Usually reach Munnar in correct time.
Bus Type: Non AC - 2+1 Sleeper Bus with 30 seats.

Pick up points and time:
Hebbal: 4.20 pm | Marthahalli: 5 pm. Kamanahalli: 5.55 pm | Indranagar: 6.15 pm | Kalasipalayam: 6.45 pm | Madiwala: 7.15 pm | Bommasandra: 8.00 pm
Fare: Rs. 950/ seat.
Contact: SRS Travels- Kalasipalayam. Tel: - 080 26801616. www.srsbooking.com

KALLADA TRAVELS:

Kallada is a prominent operator based in Kerala having number fleets throughout South India. From Bangalore, Kallada operates daily service to Kattapana with 36 seater 2+2 push back Non AC air bus. The bus starts from Madiwala at 7.30 pm & reaches Kattapana at 7.30 am. Same operator connects passengers to Munnar using a minivan or cab depending number of passengers.
Usually we can expect the van at Munnar around 10.30-11 am even though exact time of arrival is 9.30 am.

Pick up points and time:
Hebbal: 4.20 pm | Marthahalli: 5 pm. Kamanahalli: 5.55 pm | Indranagar: 6.15 pm | Kalasipalayam: 6.45 pm | Madiwala: 7.15 pm | Bommasandra: 8.00 pm
Fare: Rs. 850/ seat.
Contact: Kallada Tours & Travels- Madiwala. Tel: - 080 42112526. www.kalladatravels.com

ROYAL TRAVELS:

Royal Travels operates regular Non AC sleeper from Bangalore to Cumbam and uses a minivan to connect Munnar. The bus starts from Kalasipalayam at 7.00 pm and reaches Cumbam by 6.30 am. Usually we can expect the van at Munnar around 11-11.30 am even though exact time of arrival is 9.30 am.
Bus Type: Non AC - 2+1 Sleeper Bus with 30 seats.

Pick up points and time:
Madiwala: 7.30 pm | Electronic city Toll gate: 8.00 pm. | Bommasandhra: 8.15 pm | Hosur: 9.15 pm | Salem: 11.30 pm
Fare: Rs. 1000/ berth.
Contact: Royal Travels- Kalasipalayam. Tel:- 09995046283 .www.royalbus.in.

KPN TRAVELS:

KPN Travels is a prominent intercity bus operators based at Salem. They operate regular AC Sleeper coach service between Bangalore and Udumalpettu and connects Munnar via mini cab. The cab from Udumalpettu starts to Munnar only when the KPN Chennai - Udumalpettu bus reaches Udumalpettu and takes passengers from both Bangalore and Chennai buses to Munnar in a single mini bus.

Bus Type: AC - 2+1 Sleeper Bus with 30 seats.
Usually we can expect the bus at Munnar around 11-11.30 am even though exact time of arrival is 9.30 am.

Pick up points and time:
Kalasipalayam: 10.00 am | Madiwala: 10.15 pm | Bommanahalli: 10.30 pm
Fare:R s. 1150/ berth
Contact: KPN Travels- Kalasipalayam. Tel: - 080-26709191.www.kpntravels.in.

GREENLINE TRAVELS:

Greenline Travels operates regular AC sleeper from Bangalore to Cumbam and connects uses a traveller or min cab to Munnar .

Bus Type: AC - 2+1 Sleeper Bus with 30 seats.
Usually we can expect the bus at Munnar around 10-11.30 am even though exact time of arrival is 9.30 am.

Pick up points and time:
Jala halli Cross: 6.45 pm | Gangamma Circle: 6.50 pm | Mathikare: 7.15 pm | Yeshwanthpur: 7.30 pm | Marthahalli: 7.30 pm | Domlur: 8.45 pm | Kalasipalayam: 9.00pm | Majestic: 9.00pm | Madiwala: 10.00 pm | Electronic city Toll gate: 10.15 pm.
Fare: Rs. 1100/ berth
Contact: Greenline Travels- Anandrao Circle.Tel:-080 41241204. www.greenlineholidays.in.

POLYMER TRAVELS:

Polymer Travels is a Chennai based intercity provider and operates regular AC Sleeper bus from Bangalore to Udumalpettu and seasonally gives ticket till Munnar using a connection cab from Udumalpettu to Munnar.

Bus Type: Non AC - 2+1 Sleeper Bus with 30 seats.
Usually we can expect the bus at Munnar around 11-11.30 am even though exact time of arrival is 9.30 am.

Pick up points and time:
Kalasipalayam: 10.00pm | Madiwala: 1030 pm
Fare: Rs. 1100/ berth
Contact: Polymer Travels. www.polymertravels.com

Bangalore to Munnar by Volvo Buses
Many travellers misunderstand by seeing all AC buses as Volvo buses.
Truth is that All Volvo buses are AC Coaches but all AC Coaches are Not Volvo buses. Presently No operator is using Volvo coaches to Munnar from Bangalore. If you are very particular about Volvo comfort, the only option is to travel to Kochi (Ernakulam) from Bangalore through Volvo coaches and take a normal bus from Kochi to Munnar. Kerala SRTC is operating 01 Volvo low floor (KURTC)AC coach from Kochi (Ernakulam) to Munnar.

Kerala SRTC's -KURTC AC Low floor Volvo from Ernakulam (Kochi) to Munnar

For Kochi to Munnar bus timings visit: http: www.munnartourguide.com

Bangalore to Munnar online bus booking
All the operators including Kerala and Karnataka state transport corporations have websites (all websites under travels name above) and allow online seat bookings.
Alternatively seats/ berths in private coaches can be booked online through other sites too. Some of the best bus booking sites are
www.redbus.in | www.abhibus.com | www.travelyaari.com | www.busindia.com |

How to Reach Munnar ? Best Routes to Munnar by Road

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 11:22:00 -0700

After reading our previous post related to Trains to Munnar, many people contacted us with a same question: “How to reach Munnar from Bangalore”, “I am driving from Bangalore to Munnar; which is the best route”, “Chennai to Munnar – which is the suggested route”, “ I can see many routes to Munnar from Bangalore in internet - guide me the best one”, How to reach Munnar from Trivandrum , I am travelling( Self drive) from Salem with wife and my 1 year kid . Kindly help me with safe route” etc.... So we are trying to give details on how to reach Munnar from different locations with best routes and modes.

Meesapulimala Munnar Trekking | How to Reach Meesapulimala Idukki Munnar

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 04:15:00 -0700

Meesapulimala :- A must visit place in Munnar in your lifetime!!!

Meesapulimala is a peak in high ranges of Western Ghats in the Idukki District of Kerala. Standing tall at 2,640 meters above sea level, it is the second highest peak in South India. Western Ghats is a mountain range along the western side of India stretching from Maharashtra to Kerala. It is considered as a hotspot of biodiversity and has been declared a UNESCO world heritage site.

Newly Increased Traffic Rule Violation Penalties | RTO Fine List 2016

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Aug 2016 10:52:00 -0700

Hi there... Hope you doing fine

Indian Central Government recently made some major increase in traffic violation penalties that will be applicable all over India. We believe the same as a pretty good move and its going to help the society in terms of decreasing road accident percentage rate. Old fine amounts were comparatively less than the newly amended traffic penalty charges and people were really don't care about these bucks and majority of us used to violate traffic rules here and there

Is There Any Direct Train Services to Munnar ?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 5 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0700

Even today, most of the people believe that the reliable, safest, economical and comfortable way of transport is by rail and many people ask the question like

1.      Are there any direct trains to Munnar?
2.      Which is the nearest railway station to Munnar?
3.      How can I reach Munnar after coming by train?
4.      Heard Munnar had trains before years. What happened to it?

Good Hotels Near Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple Kannur

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 22:31:00 -0700

Hotels in Parassinikadavu | Parassinikkadavu Hotels | Hotels & Resorts Near Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple | Accommodation in Parassinikkadavu | Parassinikkadavu Family Accommodation | Budget Hotels in Parassinikkadavu

Parassinikkadavu Muthappan Madappura is the well known worship center for all religions especially for Hindus. Located 20 km away from Kannur, a northern district of Kerala, the Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple on the banks of the Valapatnam River attracts people from all sections of the society; irrespective of religion, caste and promotes the essence of "Vasudaiva Kutumbakam - The whole world is one family."

Keezhara Koolom Kaliyattam | Pictures of Keezhara Koolom Theyyam Festival

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 24 Jul 2016 20:29:00 -0700

Keezhara Koolom Kaliyattam : Theyyam the divine ritual performing at Keezhara Koolom

Keezhara, a beautiful village in Kannur District, Kerala. Around 18 Km form Kannur town. 2 Km form Cherukunnu Thara. Nearby Cities: Pappinisseri ,Kannur,

Keezhara Koolom Bhagavathy Temple : - Keezhara welcomes you to the village festival at Koolom Temple. Festival lasts for continuous 06 Days and 17 Theyyams are performing here.

Bhagavathy, ilamkolam, kshethrapaalakan, thamburaatti etc are some of the deities of this temple

Photo Courtesy : Mr. Rajesh Kunnool Keezhara

Welcome the Next Massive Neelakurinji Blooming Season in Munnar

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 23 Jul 2016 11:36:00 -0700

Neelakurinji Flowers in Munnar | When Neelakurinji Blooms in Munnar | Neelakurinji Blooming Season - Strobilanthes Kunthiana

Hi Friends...
Munnar is going to experience the wonder in 2018 with the blooming of Neelakurinji Flowers. Entire world will wish to come Munnar for seeing this natural phenomena that happens only once in every 12 years. So these flowers are something extra ordinary. In this article we will discuss about this peculiar flower and will see when will neelakurinji bloom next in Munnar

Neelakurinji :- Flowers that turns the mountains blue

Kochi to Kozhikode (Calicut) Passenger Ship Service Starting from September 2016

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 21 Jul 2016 04:59:00 -0700

Full Details on Kochi to Kozhikode (Calicut) Ship Journey

Happy News for all travelers who dreams for a journey in ship through Sea…. Government of Kerala – Inland Navigation department cleared all formalities and given permit for an Indian Private company to operate Small Passenger Ship (Ferry type) from KOCHI to KOZHIKODE and KOZHIKODE to KOCHI.

It is expected to get inaugurate the maiden trip during Onam holidays in September 2016.

The first ship for the operation was bought to Kochi during July 2^nd week from Athens- Greece.

2 Ships parked near Marine Drive at Kochi

It takes around 3.5 to 4 hours to reach Kozhikode from Kochi. It’s a boom for daily commuters/ tourists who either do not get a ticket in AC train or get jammed in normal busy traffic in roads. Through inaugurating this project Government of Kerala clearly shows its vision in diversifying the Tourism intake to Gods own country using different channels to promote the hidden treasures in the state. The project was earlier announced by former Chief Minister Mr. Ommen Chandy in March 2016.

Kochi to Kozhikode (Calicut ) Ship Route

Presently company is starting with 2 ships with parallel service from Kochi to Kozhikode & Kozhikode to Kochi on same day. Capacity of a ship 130 passengers

Promoters claimed that like in flights ships will be having 2 classes namely ECONOMY for budget passengers and BUSINESS CLASS for luxury passengers. All food during the travel will be served similar in flights.

Most significant part of the ship is in its safety. It has got 5 large Russian made jackets to hold up to 30 passenger’s / jacket safely for days along with food.

Presently base cost / passenger is planned to be fixed in between Rs. 1000- 1500.

Government of Kerala is also trying to give 30% discount as subsidy on fares to promote the new venture which will be a flag ship project under State.

If the pilot project becomes successful, government of Kerala has more plans for future with

Kochi- Thiruvananthapuram- Daily Ship Service

Kochi- Lakshadweep – Daily Ship Service

Kochi- Colombo Sri Lanka- Daily Ship Service

We TEAM Jumborooms.com wishes all success to the whole TEAM behind this project and let Kerala Tourism blossoms with new similar initiatives .... ALL THE BEST WISHES..