Attractions in Poonchira:

The different elevations of the mountain ranges with contrasting shapes give this hill station a dramatic and distinctive outline of great scenic splendor. Just below the hill, there is a small perennial pond like water body called ‘poonchira’. Three tribal settlements and four natural caves provide significance to this mystic land. The great Pandavas were said to have lived incognito in this land during their exile and hence caves are called ‘Pandavan Guha’. Another peculiar feature is the presence of two Muniyaras nearby the pond. Luxuriant growth of medicinal plants gives another added attraction to this area.


Another exotic feature is the Nilayara which is a cave located in Mukalanthanmudi, one km from the Poonchira. The cave itself is a wonder as far as a tourist is concerned. About 20 people can stand at a time inside the cave. A small perennial stream is flowing from the inner mouth of the cave.

As the name suggests, the valley of this rocky mountain reflects the morning sun with a mirror like perfection. This is also the highest point in Elaveezhapoonchira. Three km from here is the groves, meadows and wild flowers make this place exotic. An added attraction here is the Kazhukankulimali waterfalls that playfully cascade down the mountains and greet the river below with a magnificent splash. On the eastern side of Kannadipara is a natural fort set amidst steep rocks.

The three hills of Mankallu Mudikal lie close to each other. Their flat hilltops covered with lush grasslands. An aerial view of these resembles a traditional clay oven. With no trees around, the hilltops give you the feeling that you are walking in the clouds. Another peak, Kolani Mudi in the Elaveezhapoonchira mountain range also has a cave.