Agasthiyamalai
Hill Station
Agasthiyamalai
Agasthiyamalai, also known as Agasthyarkoodam, is a prominent peak standing at 1,868 meters within the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, near the Tamil Nadu border. It is named after the revered Hindu sage Agasthya, considered a spiritual figure and known as the father of Ayurveda and Tamil literature.
The area is part of the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO for its rich biodiversity, including over 2,000 medicinal plant species, rare animals like elephants, tigers, and leopards, and many endemic bird species. The peak is a popular pilgrimage site and trekking destination, offering challenging trails through dense forests, waterfalls, and scenic landscapes.
Agasthiyamalai is renowned for its ecological significance, spiritual heritage, and the healing qualities of its natural environment.
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