Konni is a small hilly town in the Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India. Konni is famous for its elephant cages, forests, and rubber plantations. The lush green land has been prominent as a haven of wild elephants and as an elephant training centre. The large area of thick forest with wild animals has now made Konni emerge as another tourist spot for safaris and trekking.[citation needed] Konni is also known for its elephant rides. Konni is the gateway to the forest bordering the district. In the past, wild elephants caught from the forests were brought here and put in wooden cages known as
‘Aanakoodu’ (Elephant Cage) to be tamed and trained for work. In Kerala there are two
elephant training centers, the other located at Kodanad.