On our way to Kochi from Goa, part of the Mumbai – Coonoor road trip, we decided to stay overnight at Kannur, which had fairly warm weather for December. We were attracted towards the hills and cooler weather of Coonoor, so early next morning, we drove towards Kotugiri.
This is the route we took, about 7 hours with constant breaks, and we loved it! We recommend it to anyone looking for a great drive, awesome food, and wonderful roads with almost no traffic. We also spotted a Nilgiri Langur (Trachypithecus johnii) and an Emerald Dove (Chalcophaps indica) on the way.
From Kannur – Putukaramba – Kannavam – Needumpoyil – Mananthawadi – Panamaram – Sulthan Batheri – Gudalur – Ooty – Dodabetta – Kotagiri.
Makes me want to take this route. Beautiful is an understatement.
Yes Menaka, it’s truly gorgeous! I myself would love to do it again…
loved Kannur ..went as far as Chala after the Kuruparamba road … Nice clicks !
Thanks Kokila! Must try that route as well. Out here, there are Sooo many beautiful drives.
This is simply gorgeous! India is SO beautiful. I remember we also got lovely views while returning from Goa last month.
Thanks Renuka. We must quickly explore all these routes and destinations before they are lost forever.
Perfect !!!
Thanks 🙂
Beautiful photos… makes me want to get on the road now! I have a distant relative who lives in Kotagiri on a estate. I guess I should invite myself over and make that trip sooner than later.
Please do that! And this weather is just so right!
Very beautiful photos!
Thanks Mridula! 🙂
Many thanks for sharing this post here. Last year i am going to Kerala with my family in the month of may and enjoy back water. You have provide here great information and surly help all the travelers those make planning to visit Kannur