Painavu
Hill Station
Painavu
Painavu is a small town in the Idukki district of Kerala, serving as the administrative headquarters of the district. Situated at an elevation of around 3,900 feet within the Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, it is known for its scenic beauty, cool climate, and surrounding lush green hills and forests. The town is close to major tourist attractions like the Idukki Arch Dam and Cheruthoni Dam, which are part of one of Asia’s largest hydroelectric projects.
Painavu is a hub for trekking and nature experiences, offering routes through forests, plantations, and small villages, where visitors may spot elephants especially during winter and rainy seasons. It hosts important state government institutions including the Civil Station and Government Engineering College.
Easily accessible by road, it lies about 5 kilometers from the Idukki bus station, with the nearest railway stations in Kottayam and Ernakulam, and Cochin International Airport about 100 km away. The best time to visit Painavu is from September to May when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities.
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