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The Bangala Karaikudi:
Karaikudi, is the Land of Chettiars
the prosperous banking community who
ventured overseas to South and South
East Asia in the 19th and 20th
Centuries and amassed great
fortunes. The Bangala, a charming 75
year old Chettinad Bungalow,
belonging to the Meyyappa Chettiar
Family, has been restored and
converted into a heritage guest
house.
Explore Karaikudi village, known for
its fabulous mansions and with its
many temples. One of the unique
features of the stay at Bangala is
the cuisine of Chettinad.
Logistic Details : Bungala is
located 100 Kms from Madurai.
Duration : We recommend 1 night’s
stay.
How to include Karaikudi in the
Temples to Backwaters itinerary:
On Day-3, drive directly
from Madurai Airport to Karaikudi
and return back the next day for
stay at Madurai.
Phillip Kutty's Farm:
Phillip Kutty’s Farm is an opportunity to enjoy a Kerala
experience in a fascinating location in the company of a
caring family to look after you. It is for those who prefer
small and friendly places, and a perfect hideaway for those
looking for that undisturbed environment. It’s an ideal
location to enjoy warm hospitality and home cooked food.
The Farm is located in an Island reclaimed from the
backwaters and cultivates coconut, nutmeg, banana, cocoa.
Jumbo Prawn (scampi) and Karimeen (pearl spot) are found in
some of the farm canals.
Logistic Details: Phillip Kutty’s Farm is located between
Periyar and Kumarakom. Its 3 hours drive from Periyar and an
hour’s journey to Kumarakom by boat or road.
How to include Phillip Kutty’s Farm in the Temples to
Backwaters itinerary:
On Day-6, clients drive from Munnar to Phillip Kutty’s Farm
and continue to Kumarakom on Day-7.
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