A view of the misty hills at 16 Levels
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Have you ever heard of apple plums or mango plums? Asks N Kannan, caretaker at 16 Levels, a resort nestled in Attuvampatti Crush in Kodaikanal. Located amidst lush greenery, the property owned by companions Ravi Srinivasan and Sridhar Muthuswamy has suite rooms that open to beautiful views of the valley and misty mountains. “Kodaikanal is thought for its fruit orchards. Farmers right here develop many sorts of plums, pears, peaches, grapes, and avocados abundantly. Particularly the plums listed here are identified for his or her juicy and sweet-tart flavour and unique varieties which can be typically exported,” explains Prem as he talks of nurturing litchi and different fruiting bushes on the property unfold over many acres overseeing the valley. By late summer season, these hill kinds of fruits arrive in retailers each within the hills and down within the plains. The fruit produce from the hills is bought in Madurai, Trichy and Dindigul markets. “Potatoes, carrots and cauliflowers and different greens grown right here in big volumes are know for freshness due to the temperate climate situations right here.”
A view of the valley
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Ok Jeshi
After a scenic drive alongside the Palani-Ghat Street from Palani city to Kodaikanal, absorbing the views of greenery, waterfalls, and viewpoints, what welcomes us at 16 Levels is layers of rain-soaked hills shrouded in mist. Over fluffy phulkas and fiery egg curry, we watch the rains, and name it a day. At daybreak, there may be extra mist over the hills. However that doesn’t cease us from taking a stroll round, and additionally stopping by to feed ripe ripe guava fruits to birds alongside the way in which. Each suite room on the bottom ground and prime ground has a king-size bed room, a front room and a pantry space with a eating desk. Dwelling-cooked meals are served primarily based on seasonable greens out there within the neighbourhood. “We choose up carrots and different greens in bulk instantly from farmers right here. Our sambar combines greens, cut up peas, and spices for a scrumptious lentil stew that goes properly with rice and dosa. We use free-range rooster. We provide restricted choices in vegetarian in addition to non-vegetarian menu to help the native financial system and farmers right here,” he provides.
The plums listed here are identified for his or her juicy and sweet-tart flavour
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GOVARTHAN M
The companions, Ravi Srinivasan and Sridhar Muthuswamy, can’t cease speaking in regards to the Kodai avocados or butter fruit which can be in nice demand everywhere in the nation. If it was the British planters who launched the avocado tree to the Palani Hills, within the mid-Nineteen Seventies, the federal government launched the Hill Space Improvement Programme and the Western Ghats Improvement Programme that introduced within the large-scale planting of avocado bushes right here.
Vibrant blooms at Attuvampatti
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Ok Jeshi
“These fruits are identified for his or her creamy texture and nutty flavour. Avocado bushes are fast-growing evergreens, reaching greater than 70 ft. Flowering occurs in January and continues till March. An annual common rainfall of 1500mm is a necessity for rain-fed cultivation. The fruits are wealthy in wholesome fat, nutritional vitamins, and minerals, and are utilized in salads, sandwiches, and smoothies,” they clarify including that Kodaikanal’s famed hill garlic or malai poondu, a pungent, raindrop-shaped bulb that has earned the Geographical Indication tag, is one other agricultural product distinctive solely to this southern hill station. In addition they take company on curated farm excursions to the neighbouring villages the place they’ll dive into carrot farming and stay like a farmer.
Attuvampatti village is 5 kilometres away from the hustle and bustle of Kodaikanal, has considerable greenery, and guarantees unforgettable views of the misty valley at each flip. Even on misty days, the chilly and clear air is refreshing and we simply selected to take a seat by and stare on the hills.
Positioned at Attuvampatti, Kodaikanal. For extra particulars, name 6383196901/9361647988
Revealed – November 12, 2024 05:45 pm IST
