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| KOTTOR ELEPHANT CAMP |
The Kottur elephant rehabilitation centre is located near Kappukadu in Thiruvananthapuram district. It is a safe haven for the Asiatic elephant. Elephants are considered the most auspicious animals in Kerala and are present at almost all major occasions and festivals. The rehabilitation centre lies on a 56 hectare large campus which nurtures old and young elephants. Over 30 elephants can be treated here at a given time. The best time to visit is between 08.00 am and 10.00 am when the elephants are being bathed and fed. They are given cooked rice and jaggery in large round mounds. It is an exquisite sight, watching the mahouts feeding these magnificent beasts. Elephant rides are available at these sites
Kottur, located at the base of the Agasthyakoodam hill range, is home to wide range of flora and fauna. A forest area marked by tall forest trees and numerous rivulets and streams, Kottur is an integral part of the Agasthyakoodam Biological Park. The place offers visitors 1.5 km trekking trail to get a spectacular views of Thottumpara, Kathirmundi, Agasthyakoodam and Pandipathu peaks along with the Ponmudi hills. With prior permission from the Forest Department visitors can visit these areas. Wildlife like elephants, wild boar, giant squirrel, sambar and grey hornbill are found here. Elephant lovers can visit the nearby elephant rehabilitation centre at Kappukad.
KOTTOR ELEPHANT CAMP
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