Annually, Vandanmedu is swarmed by those who seek the rare and high grade cardamom cultivated and sold here, resulting in the world’s largest auction centre for cardamom. Located In Idukki district, the entire region has a bustling commercial air about it, further helped by the aroma of vintage spices. Walk through any of the plantations here and the allure of the exotic spices will make you unable to leave.

Getting there
Nearest railway station: Kottayam, about 70 km away