Pollachi to Valparai Road

An adventure by itself, the journey to Valparai from Pollachi features no less than 40 tight hairpin turns as the road it winds its way around the Annamalai Hills. Breathtaking sights and hair-raising curves are familiar sight in this memorable journey. The 65 km trip takes more than three hours to complete as seasoned drivers maneuver the narrow, challenging road into the hills. There are numerous spots along the way to stop and take in the sights and sounds, which inevitably adds to the duration of the trip.

Sleepy Valparai

The town of Valparai itself is a sleepy town that exists merely as the commercial center for the numerous tea plantations around the area as well as a base for tourists. Bullock carts and tea shops are the mainstay of the quiet, little town where time seems to have slowed down. The natural beauty of this region, is however, simply spectacular.

The tea plantations and the wildlife sanctuaries that border Valparai are very popular tourist destinations, and the misty, cool climate adds to the attraction of the place. Located at 3500 ft above sea level, Valparai is surrounded by beautiful mountains and forests that are home to many species of animals and plants.