Shalimar Spice Garden
In contrast to the heat and humidity of the plains of Kerala, the air is relatively cool staying at 800 metres. The Shalimar Spice Garden Resort is located in the mountains at the edge of the Periyar Tiger Reserve,
Life is simple up here, yet there also seems to be an excess of everything. The straw covered cottages stand in the midst of bright green palm groves and amongst trees and plants where mangos, nutmeg and cardamom flourish.
The Shalimar Spice Garden is a perfect blend of European and Indian living without diluting the rich heritage of Kerala. The cottages are made of traditional materials with thatched roofs for insulation and authenticity.
With its natural environment and ambience, Shalimar is the perfect place to be, for you to get closer to nature. The pace of life here is so easy and peaceful that even the birds and the butterflies do not seem to be in a hurry.
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