Bonacaud
Hill Station
Bonacaud
Bonacaud is a tranquil village in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, nestled in the Agasthya hills of the Western Ghats. It spans about 2,500 acres of valleys, hills, and waterfalls, and serves as the base station for trekking to the famous Agasthyarkoodam peak. The area was once known for its British-established tea plantations, with the estate and factory now mostly closed but still reflecting its colonial past.
The name Bonacaud (originally Bonaccord) means "bona forest," with "kadu" meaning forest in Malayalam. The village offers scenic views including a tall watchtower overlooking Peppara dam and nearby mountain ranges. Bonacaud is rich in biodiversity, attracting bird watchers and nature lovers with species like grey wagtail and forest wagtail.
Nearby attractions include the captivating Bona Falls and trekking spots like Pandippathi where wildlife such as gaur can be seen.
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