Apple Orchards
Kerala's rare temperate fruit cultivation.
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Kanthalloor
Kerala, India· Last updated
- Best time
- December–March for apple season; October-March generally.
- Getting there
- Madurai Airport (Tamil Nadu), approx. 95 km.
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Kanthalloor sits in the high-altitude Idukki hills near Marayoor, its cool climate and elevation supporting temperate fruit cultivation — apples, oranges, and various vegetables — genuinely unusual for a state otherwise defined by tropical agriculture. The village's farms give it a distinctive character, considerably different from Kerala's more typical spice and rubber plantations, and its position near Marayoor and Munnar makes it an easy addition to a wider Idukki highlands itinerary. Kanthalloor suits travelers curious about Kerala's agricultural diversity — walking through working apple orchards and vegetable farms, genuinely unexpected in this state, offers a specific, memorable stop for those exploring the wider Marayoor-Munnar region.
Nearby highlights
Vegetable Farms
Cool-climate agriculture throughout the village.
Marayoor
The neighboring sandalwood forest and dolmen site.
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How to reach Kanthalloor
Nearest Airport: Madurai Airport (Tamil Nadu), approx. 95 km. Nearest Railway Station: Aluva Railway Station, approx. 165 km. By Road: From Munnar, drive via Marayoor to Kanthalloor, roughly 50 km, taking approximately 1.5-2 hours.
Best time to visit
December–March for apple season; October-March generally.
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