Important Places
Abhayaranyam
'Abhayaranyam' is an animal sanctuary and mini-zoo operating under the Kerala Government's eco-tourism project. Located near Kaprikkad village in the Kunnathunad Taluk of Ernakulam district, the center opened in 2011 with the aim of rehabilitating animals from the Kodanad Elephant Training Center, situated two kilometers away. The Kodanad Elephant Training Center was one of the most famous and largest elephant training centers in Kerala; established in 1895, it was also the state's first such facility. As the animal population at the original two-acre center grew, the animals were gradually relocated to Abhayaranyam, which spans an area of 123 hectares.
Aimuri Mahadeva Temple
The Aimuri Mahadeva Temple is a renowned temple dedicated to Lord Mahadeva, located at Aimuri near Perumbavoor in Kerala's Ernakulam district. Situated along the Perumbavoor-Kodanad route, the temple is home to the largest statue of Nandi in Kerala. This colossal Nandi statue is the temple's main attraction.
Nedumpara Chira
Nedumpara Chira is a serene lake and an emerging tourist destination located at Koovappady, near Perumbavoor in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. Renowned for its peaceful and scenic atmosphere, the site has been developed into a hub for boating and recreation.
