Thenmala

Thenmala is in Kerala in India. It is a scenic place known for its natural beauty. It is the location of the first eco tourism project in Kerala. The Thenmala dam is a big attraction and is mainly used for irrigation purposes.

Hanging Bridge, Thenmala

Get in

Punalur is the nearest larger city, from where it's possible to take a bus or taxi.

By train

There is a limited service from Kollam, which is a major hub and sees trains from many parts of India.

• 1 Thenmala railway station. (updated Jan 2021)

Get around

Taxis and jeeps

See

• Thenmala Dam. 
• Hanging Bridge. 
• Adventure Zone. 
• Palaruvi Waterfalls. 
• Kulathupuzha (10 km south of Tenmala on the road to Shencottah). With forest range, well known for its ayyappa temple, templefish pond, elephants and reeds. 

Do

• Boat riding on the dam.