Kunnathunad

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Kalady (Malayalam: àŽ•àŽŸàŽČàŽŸàŽż) is a census town located east of the Periyar river, in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. Notably, it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Shankara, and a popular destination for pilgrims. Kalady started featuring in the spiritual map of India only after its rediscovery in the late 19th century by the then Shankaracharya of Sringeri and the subsequent consecration of a temple for Sri Adi Shankara in 1910. 

Kalady Kadavu (Aaraattu Kadavu)
The Kalady Kadavu is the place where the river took its turn, and where Kalady was born. It was also the place where Sankara had first performed Aaraattu (a river bath of an idol) for his ancestral deity before installing it at its current location. 

Crocodile Ghat
The "Muthala Kadavu," or Crocodile Ghat, is where Sankara's life turned to Sanyasam (Ascetic life).

His mother, Aryadevi, did not agree with his desire to become a Sanyasin. Legend says that one day, Sankara was touched by a dog and, as per custom followed by the community, Sankara had to take bath. Accompanied by mother, Sankara went to river Poorna to bathe. While in the water, a crocodile caught hold of his leg. The drowning Sankara told his mother that the crocodile would leave him alone if she would allow him to take up Sanyasa. Helpless, his mother agreed, and the crocodile freed Sankara.
Kalady (Malayalam: àŽ•àŽŸàŽČàŽŸàŽż) is a census town located east of the Periyar river, in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. Notably, it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Shankara, and a popular destination for pilgrims. Kalady started featuring in the spiritual map of India only after its rediscovery in the late 19th century by the then Shankaracharya of Sringeri and the subsequent consecration of a temple for Sri Adi Shankara in 1910. 

Kalady Kadavu (Aaraattu Kadavu)
The Kalady Kadavu is the place where the river took its turn, and where Kalady was born. It was also the place where Sankara had first performed Aaraattu (a river bath of an idol) for his ancestral deity before installing it at its current location. 

Crocodile Ghat
The "Muthala Kadavu," or Crocodile Ghat, is where Sankara's life turned to Sanyasam (Ascetic life).

His mother, Aryadevi, did not agree with his desire to become a Sanyasin. Legend says that one day, Sankara was touched by a dog and, as per custom followed by the community, Sankara had to take bath. Accompanied by mother, Sankara went to river Poorna to bathe. While in the water, a crocodile caught hold of his leg. The drowning Sankara told his mother that the crocodile would leave him alone if she would allow him to take up Sanyasa. Helpless, his mother agreed, and the crocodile freed Sankara.
Kerala - God's own country. Indeed, it is! 
Lush green, bright sunlight, backwaters and houseboats, rivers and canoes, swaying palm trees and yummy food!
Kerala is a must visit if you love nature :)
 The lush green Malayatoor forest, the calm flow of the Periyar river, and the boat and its man- this photo captures the essence of Kerala for me.
Kodanad is a small, simple, beautiful part of Kerala which is around an hour drive from Kochi. It is perfect for people who wants to get to know the place and experience Kerala.
Must do things: Trek malayattoor, see Elephants bath on Periyar river, get oil massage in Kerala style and very importantly try Kerala food :)
Elephant Kraal where they tame wild elephants. #LifeAtExpedia!
Kochi Marriott Hotel

Kochi Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Lulu International Shopping Mall Kanayannur Kerala
Le prix est de CHF 85 par nuit du 2 mars au 3 mars.
CHF 85
2 mars - 3 mars
taxes et frais compris
Séjournez dans cet hÎtel de luxe à Kanayannur. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, un parking gratuit et un spa proposant des soins complets. D'aprÚs les ...
9,2/10 Wonderful! (634 avis)
Tres bon hotel .

Avis laissé le 19 févr. 2025

Kochi Marriott Hotel
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty

5 out of 5
Bolgatty Island Kanayannur Kerala
Le prix est de CHF 120 par nuit du 22 mars au 23 mars.
CHF 120
22 mars - 23 mars
taxes et frais compris
Séjournez dans cet hÎtel de luxe à Kanayannur. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, un parking gratuit et un spa proposant des soins complets. D'aprÚs les ...
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
Taj Cochin International Airport, Kerala

Taj Cochin International Airport, Kerala

5 out of 5
Nedumbassery, Cochin Aluva Kerala
Le prix est de CHF 85 par nuit du 7 mars au 8 mars.
CHF 85
7 mars - 8 mars
taxes et frais compris
Séjournez dans cet hÎtel de luxe à Aluva. Cet hébergement propose un parking gratuit, un spa proposant des soins complets et 2 des restaurants. Keerthisthambham, ...
Taj Cochin International Airport, Kerala
Prix le plus bas trouvĂ© au cours des 24 derniĂšres heures sur la base d’un sĂ©jour d’une nuit pour 2 adultes. Les prix et la disponibilitĂ© sont susceptibles de changer. D’autres conditions peuvent s’appliquer.
Family friendly 4 bedrooms with airconditioners, spacious, fully equipped house.

Family friendly 4 bedrooms with airconditioners, spacious, fully equipped house.

Pazhanganad KL
Séjournez dans cette maison de vacances à Kunnathunad. Cet hébergement propose une laverie et la climatisation. Des attractions populaires, comme Centre commercial ...
Family friendly 4 bedrooms with airconditioners, spacious, fully equipped house.
Daan Residency

Daan Residency

3 out of 5
Thanikkal Keerthi Nagar Road Kanayannur Kerala
Séjournez dans cet appart'hÎtel à Kanayannur. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, un parking gratuit et une réception ouverte 24 h/24. Des attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 avis)
The hotel was really well maintained and rooms are spacious. must consider for booking but location is little inside from the main attraction. they don't have in house restaurant but you can order food online. The water bottles were missing in the room. rest everything was best

Avis laissé le 8 août 2025

Daan Residency
Fort Grande Stay

Fort Grande Stay

3 out of 5
Chirattapalam Rd Kochi KL
Séjournez dans cet appartement à Kochi. Cet hébergement propose le Wi-Fi gratuit, un parking gratuit et une terrasse sur le toit. Des attractions populaires, ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 avis)
Great location and friendly staff.

Avis laissé le 16 févr. 2026

Fort Grande Stay
Prix le plus bas trouvĂ© au cours des 24 derniĂšres heures sur la base d’un sĂ©jour d’une nuit pour 2 adultes. Les prix et la disponibilitĂ© sont susceptibles de changer. D’autres conditions peuvent s’appliquer.

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