Paniyeli Poru is a little known picnic spot on the out skirts of Kochi, near Vengoor, Perumbavoor. The place has natural water falls, small rivulets, offshore surrounded by rich flora and fauna, where the visitors can rest. Its an amazing sight of Periyar river flowing thorugh rocks and between dense rain forests. The vast view of distant green hillocks and the tranquility around the place is really great
Resting, by sitting on the Offshore Surrounded by dense trees, is a unique experience. The sweet, melodious sound of birds, the bustling sound of water waves makes your heart, mind and body cheerful. The bathe in fresh, crystal clear water of ‘periyar’ makes your body and mind warm and fresh.
The strong water currents and Deep Vortex formed between the strata of rocks and mangroves can be dangerous. Nearly 150 youths have died here during the last one decade. But still its a safe place if we are going as per the instructions of the guides there.
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Resting, by sitting on the Offshore Surrounded by dense trees, is a unique experience. The sweet, melodious sound of birds, the bustling sound of water waves makes your heart, mind and body cheerful. The bathe in fresh, crystal clear water of ‘periyar’ makes your body and mind warm and fresh.
The strong water currents and Deep Vortex formed between the strata of rocks and mangroves can be dangerous. Nearly 150 youths have died here during the last one decade. But still its a safe place if we are going as per the instructions of the guides there.
Mid November to End of May is the good time to visit as the Water Flow will be reduced during this time thus exposing the rocks and whirlpools.
watch out The Signs !!! the water level will be varying every time especially during evening. It can be dangerous to cross the river at that time. Some times the water flow increases when the shutter of 'Edamalayar' and 'Idukki' dams are opened. Normally, the concerned department announce the same in advance.
Paniyeli Poru is 55 kilometres from Kochi. The nearest railway station is Aluva that is 35 km from this place. Poru is 20 km away from Perumbavoor, the nearest town. From here take a left deviation from the MGM School Junction, Kuruppumpady, on the busy Aluva-Munnar (AM Road) road. There are bus services from Perumbavoor to Paniyeli on half-hour duration. One has to walk at least a kilometre to Poru after alighting the bus at Paniyeli. Own vehicles can take you up to Poru.
Sundays and holidays witness heavy rush of tourists here. Be prepared with food, bathing clothes etc. Don’t prowl in the area after 6 pm as there are no light here. Advisable time to spend here is from 10am -5pm.
