अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)

What is the smallest national park in Kerala?

Pampadum Shola National Park, spanning just 1.32 square kilometers in Idukki district, is the smallest national park in Kerala.

What rare animal is Pampadum Shola famous for?

The park is famous as an essential sanctuary for the endangered Nilgiri marten (Martes gwatkinsii), India's only native marten species.

Can tourists stay inside Pampadum Shola National Park?

Yes, the Kerala Forest Department operates charming log houses and eco-cottages at the park entrance for nature lovers, bookable through the Munnar Wildlife Division.

Where is Pampadum Shola located relative to Munnar?

It is located approximately 35 km east of Munnar, situated directly on the scenic mountain road between Top Station and Vattavada.