Taking unchartered paths soothes the traveller in me. I make it my mission to travel to the parts of this land unseen by me. When the travel bug strikes me I have to pack my bags and hit the road. Let me take you along my voyage.
Ponmudi, located just a little over 50 km from the city of Trivandrum at a height of 1100m above the sea level. Ponmudi is a hill station just. The drive takes only less than an hour and the view is worth every minute and more of your journey. And, to top it off, I dragged my very travel reluctant best friend along who was mesmerized by the beauty Ponmudi.
This spectacular destination takes you through long winding curves with a great view of beautiful tall trees that are adorned with lush green leaves on the side of the road. It’s like a pleasing decoration of grand hues of green and brown with little shades of blue in the corners. This breathtaking view just makes you want to keep coming back. It’s almost like a great escape from the disturbing reality. The treat of the journey just puts you at peace.
Once you reach the hilltop, you are welcomed with soothing cold breeze and foggy clouds. That’s the best part of travelling to Ponmudi in December, just an hour away from the city burning under the scorching heat of the sun you have a place that calms you with its chilly winds.
The magnificent view of the Western Ghats from atop is shared by families, children and lovers who drive all the way to enjoy the charm of Ponmudi and its elements. Chilly weather, cold winds and lush green! Mix it up with your favourite music and you are all set to have a magical outing.
My friend and I spent our time enjoying the thick clouds that swayed along with the winds. To let ourselves drown in the moments of joy and love that poisoned the air is ultimate. Stay back for the colourful sunsets which will enchant you. The drive back through the winding roads with the lush green on the sides is a treat in itself. We were greeted with some busy monkeys and a few bright chirpy birds singing along on their way back home, just like we did.
As the air began to get warmer and warmer, we realised we were getting closer to home. Signaling the arrival of concrete jungle. Our goodbyes were exchanged as we shared a cup of hot chai as a grand yet subtle gesture of honouring a trip so content.
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