Anachal

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A relaxing start to the day before the walking adventure began. We didn't get too far before we stopped for breakfast at a small cafe we frequented last time we were here.


2 dosas each plus chutney and tea and we were on our way again. We admired the beautiful scenery, houses, flowers ...WoW!

We walked up the main road for a few hundred metres and the chocolate shops called us in for a tasting session. One dark 80% fella won us over and was far superior to everything else. We watched videos and many people explained the chocolate making process.


Lunch across the road was a great idea. We filled ourselves to bursting with Kerala meals. Topped up until we could take no more. Our journey continued up a small side street and when we say up, we mean UP! It was so steep and although the altitude was just above 100 0 metres, it was a killer!

At the top we were rewarded with magnificent views over the valley and tea plantations. A small tea stall provided the necessary chia and we explored a pretty church on top of the hill.


We then got a little lost. Tried a few routes and finally settled on taking the same route back down. One road showing on the map wasn't there and appeared as though it never had been.

More chai on our return at a high up cafe. We had been there before and remembered it well. After we had re-energised, we headed home along the up and downy street.

We chatted, shared some rice and lentil curry before bed called us for a rest!

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