Manimala River has its origin on the Muthavara Hills near
Peerumedu in
Idukki District of
Kerala. The river passes through the districts of
Kottayam,
Pathanamthitta and finally joins the
Pamba River at Muttar in
Alappuzha District.
Erumeli, Manimala, Mallappally, Kaviyoor, Kalloppara, Thalavadi, Kozhimukku, Mundakayam, Kanjirappally and Champakkulam lies on the banks of Manimala River. It has a length of 92 Km.
Numerous temples and churches, some of which are well known for their architectural ingenuity, are located on the banks of the river.