Mango Meadows – A great picnic getaway in Kottayam

Kottayam is a lovely city in the state of Kerala. Located centrally it is easy to approach by any route. With its wide paddy fields and Vembanad Lake, it is a city that is opted by many a tourist. Highlands, rubber plantations, vibrant paddy fields, backwater stretches, and legendary stories – what more can one want! But this is not all! If you are looking for a fun-filled day with your family or friends, or just a romantic day with your partner – nothing can be more exciting as well as relaxing as Mango Meadows. It is a theme park with a difference. Most theme parks are based on water or danger and excitement. This park maintains the very essence of this beautiful state and is an Agricultural themed park. The park offers its guests a restaurant, accommodation, shared lounges, gardens, and a swimming pool. It is an ideal place for people to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and have a relaxing time.

This vibrant park is in Kaduthuruthy and has some fun-filled activities for all ages. If you are looking to keep your kids occupied, they have a kid’s play area. Adults can have some relaxing or vigorous exercise at the outdoor swimming pool. For those who love nature, there is a garden with rare specimens. It is said that there are about a thousand species that can be seen and enjoyed by guests. From Krishnanaal to Neelakkoduveli, naturists would have a great time in this amazing museum of nature.

The best part is that there is also a cable car which gives you a complete glimpse of the Mango Meadows Park. For those couples who expect to be left alone or want to renew their lost romance; there is Valentine’s garden and Eden’s garden.

Those guests who are looking for only pure relaxation can also find Ayurvedic or wellness therapies here. These kinds of therapies in the lap of nature are not something you can find elsewhere.

Activities galore!

There are so many other activities that one cannot get bored here at this park in Kottayam. Nature lovers would find the tree grove and fish pond also interesting besides the rare specimens in the garden. There is also a cattle farm which can be quite educative for children and adults alike.

Along with swimming, there are also other water activities like boat safaris, rowboats, pedal boats, and the water cycle. Other activities include feeding fish, a rope car, trampoline, archery, bumper cars as well as snooker.

The main idea behind this park was so that young individuals are able to reunite, enjoy with nature and learn in the process. The person behind the whole idea is Mr. Kurian who understands the importance of nature and agriculture.

His idea behind the fish feeding is so that people are able to learn about the various fish species ornamental or otherwise. There is a bridge that has been made over the fish pond. People can feed the fish from here and enjoy the view along with some learning time.

If you would really like to get to know the park well you can also take a guided tour which gives you a proper view of each section of the garden. They would take you through the cardamom garden, tea garden, domestic animal farm, vegetable farm, star garden, mango grove, banana grove. They would also show you Ayurveda trees and a bathing ghat. Those interested in a little bit of mythology would love the fact that they get to witness the tree Sisimpa under which Sita was held captive. You also have a sun terrace and quite nearby you can enjoy some cycling.

After all this enjoyment, when you get hungry and want to satiate your tummy, you have a restaurant that offers you varied delicacies. For your convenience guests are also provided with free wifi and parking.

For guests coming from out of the state, the nearest airport would be Kochi which is around 65 Km from the park. As already mentioned you also have accommodation available. These lovely cottages are made in such a way that they are tasteful and in tune with the nature surrounding them. With all these facilities that are suitable for a picnic, Mango Meadows stands as the best picnic spot in Kottayam, Kerala.

There is also beautiful and rustic feeling train ride at the mere price of 50 INR. This takes you around the property, gives you a lovely view of everything including the cottages. This train doesn’t need any tracks. It runs on the road and was specifically brought in from Ahmedabad. You can visit the park from 10 am to 5 pm. Bookings can be made online if you would like to stay here among nature and actually enjoy the pure sense of being one with nature. Relaxation, enjoyment, romance, playtime, learning time – come find all this at Mango Meadows!