Kerala is the heartland of spices, and a spice plantation tour in Thekkady seems perfect. Though Thekkady’s tea estates cover the central portion of the land, you will also find plantations of cardamom, rubber, vanilla, and coffee. Spread across five acres of land, the Spice Garden and Organic Farm can be explored, along with scenic views.
On a spice plantation tour, walk amidst Thekkady’s green, terraced farms while hearing the sweet sounds of the rippling stream. Take nature walks, watch birds, taste the various spices, and breathe in the fragrant air while exploring the spice plantations in Thekkady. You can also pick up a few packs of tea and spices. Pepper is abundant in Thekkady and a variety of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, turmeric, clove, and curry leaves.
The Green Spice Garden is an ecological park that will delight nature lovers. You can see bee colonies, a fruit plantation, a suspension bridge, and an artificial paddy field, among other things here. Green Park also has traditionally built treehouses that offer the perfect ambiance for an unbeatable experience for tourists.
Thus, taking a plantation tour in Thekkady will bring you closer to the beautiful nature and let you enjoy the serene environment. Therefore, if you wish to spend quality time, a plantation tour is one of the best things to do in Thekkady.
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Best Spice Plantation in Thekkady
- Cardamom
- Vanilla
- Pepper
- Clove
- Nutmeg
Uses of Spice
Cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and other spices gathered from Kumily are used to flavor food as well as to preserve it. They improve food’s nutritional value as well.
In the cosmetics and perfume industries, several plant parts, including dried seeds, fruit, roots, bark, and vegetative substances, are used. Turmeric is one spice that has both high medical value and a significant role in Hindu religious rites. Two other spices that have therapeutic properties are ginger and garlic. Additionally, they serve as preservatives.
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