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Situated at a height of 1700 m, Mattupetty is famous for its highly
specialised dairy farm, the Indo-Swiss live stock project. Over 100 varieties of
high yielding cattle are reared here.
Visitors are allowed into three of the eleven cattle sheds at the farm. The
Mattupetty Lake and Dam, just a short distance from the farm, is a very
beautiful picnic spot.
The sprawling Kundala tea plantations and the Kundala Lake are other attractions
in the vicinity. DTPC Idukki provides boating facilities on the Mattupetty Dam.
Speed Launch and slow speed motor boats are available on hire.
Around Mattupetti :
Mattupetty Lake And Dam : A nature lover's paradise, Mattuppetty Lake
is nestled on the hills of Idukki, one of the most nature rich districts of
Kerala.The calm, tranquil waters of the Mattuppetty Lake offer solace to the
weary souls. A boat cruise on the lake is the best way to experience the idyllic
destination.
The District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) at Idukki is providing speed
boats, motor boats, pedal boats and row boat facilities at the lake.
Indo-Swiss Livestock Project : Mattuppetty is noted for its Indo-Swiss
Livestock Project, where improved varieties of cattle are bred. The farm is open
to visitors from morning till evening.
Getting there :
By Air : Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, about 130 km
By Train : Nearest railway station is at Kottayam about 142 km from Munnar
By Road : Mattuppetty is just a 13 km drive from Munnar, the most enchanting
hill station of south India.
General Information :
Altitude: 1700 m Above Sea Level
Main Languages: Malayalam, Hindi and English.
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