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Thekkady Sightseeing: Periyar National Park and Periyar Lake & More

If you've stepped into this little slice of heaven in ‘God's own country’ and you’re already feeling overwhelmed by the beauty, wait till you explore more of what's in and around Thekkady. The most obvious thing to do in a new place is to indulge in some good old-fashioned sightseeing and you might not be ready for what sightseeing in Thekkady has to offer. Sightseeing in Thekkady might seem like more of the same - scenic, lush green landscapes but each of them are picture-perfect with something exciting to offer.  

Thekkady has a lesser-known history but a visit to the temples and statues built in and around Thekkady will direct you to stories of the town's origin. While at the Periyar National Park, you will spot lion-tailed macaques, sambar deer, leopards, Indian bison and several other species and wonders. Given the density and vastness of the reserve, it might be hard to spot the tigers and elephants here, but the sighting of other rare mammals will make up for this. Sightseeing in Thekkady takes you through beautiful spots in nature, such as streams, rivulets and unending, calm backwaters. Here, you can engage in unique watersports and adventure sports that will leave you with a rush of dopamine in the midst of nature.   

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