The area is marked by a cool climate as the region is situated at an elevation of over 1,000 m (3,300 ft) above sea level.

[2] The history of present Elappara begins in 1836 with the clearing of the Vembanadu region by Henry Baker, a C.M.S.

[citation needed] During the Kollam era, the regions including Elappara were a part of the Thekkumkur kingdom and were later acquired by Manavikrama Kulasekara Perumal, the founder of the Poonjar dynasty.

[citation needed] Elappara panchayath was formed in 1953, including 17 wards, and it belongs to the Azhutha block of Peerumedu taluk.

Important pilgrim centers are the Luther Mission Church at Bonami, the Uppukulam Shree Krishna Swami Temple, and the Muhiyudeen Juma Masjid.

[4] The Annan Thambi and Pullikkanan hills, meadows at Kolahalamedu, scenic Vedikuzhi, Elappara streams, and the numerous tea plantations are the main attractions for the visitors.

Bus services are also available to places like Vandiperiyar, Kumily, Vagamon, Erattupetta, and Pala regions.