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Mangala devi temple, the ancient temple is located 15 kms
from Thekkady. It lies hidden in the
dense woods at the top of a peak 1337 m above sea level.
The temple is built in the traditional Kerala style of architecture.
Visitors are allowed here only on the Chithra Pournami festival day.
The peak commands a panoramic view of the eastern slopes of the ghats and
some hill villages of Tamil Nadu. Permission to visit the area can be
obtained from the Wildlife Warden, Thekkady.