Thodupuzha is an ancient town with a history dating back to many centuries. The Buddhist religious relics found at Karicodu near Thodupuzha is proof of the existence of Buddhism in this area. Thodupuzha was in Keezhmalainadu province which had its headquarters at Karicodu. Keezhmalainadu was in existence till AD1600. In that year it lost a battle with Vadakkumkoor province and became a part of it. The Kings of Vadakkumkoor used to live at Karicodu for several years. At the time of King Marthanda Varma, Vadakkumkoor became part of the state of Travancore. The relics of the fort is still there at Karicodu. The Annamalai Temple, which carries the traits of Tamil Architecture is at Karicodu. At this temple one can see many statues and lamps made out of stone and metal believed to have been made in the 14th century. The church at Muthalakodam, a place situated 2kms from Thodupuzha, is believed to have been constructed before 13th century. The Ninnar Mosque near Karicodu is said to have been constructed by the Vadakumkoor Raja for his Muslim soldiers. At the formation of Kerala state in 1956, Thodupuzha was part of the Ernakulam district. In the year 1972, Idukki district was formed by joining Thodupuzha taluk along with Devikulam, Udumbanchola and Peermade taluks

Thodupuzha is an ancient town with a history dating back to many centuries. The Buddhist religious relics found at Karicodu near Thodupuzha is proof of the existence of Buddhism in this area. Thodupuzha was in Keezhmalainadu province which had its headquarters at Karicodu. Keezhmalainadu was in existence till AD1600. In that year it lost a battle with Vadakkumkoor province and became a part of it. The Kings of Vadakkumkoor used to live at Karicodu for several years. At the time of King Marthanda Varma, Vadakkumkoor became part of the state of Travancore. The relics of the fort is still there at Karicodu. The Annamalai Temple, which carries the traits of Tamil Architecture is at Karicodu. At this temple one can see many statues and lamps made out of stone and metal believed to have been made in the 14th century. The church at Muthalakodam, a place situated 2kms from Thodupuzha, is believed to have been constructed before 13th century. The Ninnar Mosque near Karicodu is said to have been constructed by the Vadakumkoor Raja for his Muslim soldiers. At the formation of Kerala state in 1956, Thodupuzha was part of the Ernakulam district. In the year 1972, Idukki district was formed by joining Thodupuzha taluk along with Devikulam, Udumbanchola and Peermade taluks

By Air:The nearest airport is at Cochin,60 kms away By Rail:The nearest railway station is Kottayam By Road: The Main Eastern Highway ( Muvattupuzha - Pathanamthitta - Punalur Road / SH - 08 ) passes through Thodupuzha. Regular bus services operate between Thodupuzha and major places in the State such as Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Ernakulam. Short distance services are also available to Kattappana, Cheruthoni and Arakulam.

Nearest airport : Cochin - 60 km
Nearest railway : Ernakulam - 55 km,Aluva - 58 km,Kottayam - 56 km
Nearby tourist place :Wagamon - 44 km,Munnar - 90 km,Idukki - 60 km,Thommankuthu - 25 km
Nearest major towns : Muvattupuzha - 12 km,Pala - 28 km

By Air:The nearest airport is at Cochin,60 kms away By Rail:The nearest railway station is Kottayam By Road: The Main Eastern Highway ( Muvattupuzha - Pathanamthitta - Punalur Road / SH - 08 ) passes through Thodupuzha. Regular bus services operate between Thodupuzha and major places in the State such as Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam and Ernakulam. Short distance services are also available to Kattappana, Cheruthoni and Arakulam.

It is located at 9.9000N, 76.7170E and is 22 metres above mean sea level. The area is characterised by hilly terrain with a lot of green vegetation and plantations.

It is located at 9.9000N, 76.7170E and is 22 metres above mean sea level. The area is characterised by hilly terrain with a lot of green vegetation and plantations.

Malankara Dam, Thommankuthu, Muthalakodam Church

Malankara Dam, Thommankuthu, Muthalakodam Church

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