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Idukki is a popular destination for both native and foreign tourists. The terrain features hills, valleys, rivers, waterfalls, forests and wildlife sanctuaries. Many inhabitants living in Idukki are tribal people belonging to the Toda tribe which is an ancient tribe that migrated from Persia thousands of years ago. The Idukki dam that created the reservoir has now become one of the most visited tourist destinations in Kerala because of its large area covered by greenery and also because it is home to many wild life sanctuaries. The biggest attraction at this dam is the Paravur Estuary which attracts various migratory birds with their distinctive call during different seasons of the year. Several species of birds can be seen at the estuary throughout the year. The hills adjacent to the Idukki dam have a number of wildlife sanctuaries. For example, Periyar Tiger Reserve, Silent Valley National Park and Eravikulam National Park are a few well known protected areas. The protected areas in the southern part of Idukki district are connected by wildlife corridors, allowing animals to move from one protected area to another without being harmed by human activities. The population is mainly Malayali with a significant number of Tamil speaking people from the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu, who have migrated to this region over the years for job opportunities. The Idukki Dam is known as the "Gateway to Kerala" for people from other states looking for greener pastures. Idukki district is well connected by roads, railways and air. The nearest airports are at Coimbatore (177 km), Madurai (138 km) and Chennai (421 km). There are direct flights to all the major Indian cities. The nearest International Airport is at Kochi, which is 161 km away. Mysore Airport in Mysore, Karnataka, is situated at a distance of 282 kilometres from Coimbatore. Idukki is home to many national highways including the National Highway 466, 68 and 66 which connect it with other major cities including Madurai, Bangalore, Chennai and Mumbai. The nearest railway stations are at Erode (32 km), Tirunelveli (71 km) and Salem (74 km). The nearest major railway station is at Coimbatore (232 km). It can be accessed by road or rail via Coimbatore. The nearest airports are at Cochin (165 km), Kochi (161 km) and Madurai (138 km). Idukki has good connectivity with all the three airports. India census, Idukki had a population of 3,649,831 with a density of 127 people per km. The district has its own flag and sign board. According to the 2011 census, Hindus comprise 93% of the total population. Muslims constitute 7.8% and Christians 0.8%. The district is divided into four taluks : The two major towns are Eraniel and Iritty situated along the National Highway No-66 from Coimbatore to Madurai via Ooty and Narendra Nagar respectively. cfa1e77820
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