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Loknayak Smrithivanam and Deer Park It is situated 22 kms from Palghat. The Smrithivanam and Deer Park covers an area of 100 acres of reserve forest at Walayar along the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. Deer and other animals can be seen moving freely in this area. Facilities for elephant rides are also provided. Thiruvalathoor It is situated at a distance 10 km drive from Palakkad. It is an ancient temple with some wood carvings and stone sculptures. Meenvallam It is situated 8 km from Thuppanad junction on the Palakkad-Manarkad route. The waterfalls of this place are little known but they are combination of enchanting beauty and scenic splendour. The water falls from about 20 to 25 feet and the depth is around 15 to 20 feet. There are 10 steps of waterfalls, of which, eight are located in the upper hills inside the dense forest thereby remaining inaccessible. Punarjani Guha It is situated 2 km from the Tiruvilawamala temple. It is a natural tunnel in the rocky cliff. The main deity of the temple is Sri Raman. The idol here is believed to be 'swayambhoo' i.e. born on its own and its abode is on the Western side. Sri Vilwadrinatha Temple This temple is about 15 km from Ottapalam, at 'Thiruvilvamala'. It is dedicated to Lord Rama and Lord Lakshmana, the divine brothers in the great epic 'The Ramayana'. Sri Thirumandam Kunnu Bhagavathy Temple This temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy. It is situated at Kongad about 20 km from Palakkad. Alathur Temple complex This temple complex is situated at Alathur near Palakkad. It includes four temples dedicated to Lord Siva, Lord Krishna, Lord Varadaraja and Goddess Mahalakshmi. Kottapuram Bhagavathy Temple This temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy at Kottapuram. It is easily accessible from Palakkad. Palakkad Fort Hyder Ali of Mysore built this beautiful old fort in the heart of the city in 1766. In 1790, the British made some renovations and modifications to it. The Archaeological Survey of India is now taking care of this fort. Fantasy Park This is an amusement park, which offers to make the fantasies come true. The usual visiting time is from 14:00 to 21:00 hrs on weekdays and it becomes 11:00 to 2100 hrs on Saturdays, Sundays and National Holidays. The entrance fee is Rs.20 for adults and Rs.10 for children. There is extra charge for the pleasure rides and computer games. Pothundy It is situated about 45 km from Palakkad on the way to Nelliyampathy. The beautiful reservoir complex found here is perfect for short and sweet picnics. Dhoni This is a lavish sylvan region with a refreshing waterfall. The visitors need to trek for three long hours to reach to the foot of the beautiful Dhoni hills. Malampuzha Dam Malampuzha Dam is a wonderful dam in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. This is a beautifully laid garden with a variety of brilliant and colourful flowers. It has the meticulously manicured grass lawn, the marvellous meadows and fabulous fountains displaying an orchestrated water show. The site of the Malampuzha Dam lies in the cauldron formed by the Western Ghat. The great stretch of the serene lake formed by the dam provides boating facilities. During the cool dark night, numerous lights sparkle like bright pearls arranged on a black sheet of cloth. This is a rare beauty. These lights are usually illuminated only in the week ends. On other days, it can be arranged through the executive engineer after paying a fixed fee. There is also a swimming pool with high diving stages in this dam. An aquarium and pleasure rides like the boating and the ropeway winch, a snake park and a children's park are among other attractions of the Malampuzha Dam. The garden here opens by 10:00 hrs and closes by 18:00 hrs. One can enjoy the boat riding from 10:00 to 18:00 hrs. Swimming Pool remains open from 12:00 to 20:00 hrs. The tower remains open for the visitors from 10:00 to 17:00 hrs. Kollengode It is situated about 19 km south of Palakkad. The term 'Kollengode' literally means 'Abode of Blacksmiths', who cherish the rural beauty of Palakkad. Ancient monuments like the Kollengode palace, the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the memorial of the renowned poet P. Kunhiraman Nair can be seen here. Lakkidi It is about 30 km from Palakkad. The house of the 18th century poet 'Kunchan Nambiar' is situated here, which is a historic monument. Meenkara dam This is a beautiful dam across the enchanting river Gayathri. It merges with Bharathapuzha and is an exciting picnic spot. Ottappalam This town is well known for several places of worship here. A number of grand festivals celebrated here, makes it popular. Mangalam Dam This dam is located about 50 km from Palakkad. The beautiful Cherukunnath River, a tributary of the famous Mangalam River is intercepted by this wonderful dam. It is also a popular picnic spot. Thrithala It is situated about 75 km from Palakkad. This place is significant for the presence of ancient monuments and the dilapidated remains of the previously famous structures. One can find a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the ruins of a mud fort near this place. The archeologists visit here to research on the Kattilmadam Temple, which is a small but subtle Buddhist monument. It is supposed to be of the 9th or the 10th century and is made of granite on the Pattambi-Guruvayoor road.  Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
This sanctuary covers an area of about 285 sq. km. Several rare and the common creatures can be found here. Boating and cruising facilities are available here. The State Forest Department at Thoonakkadavu, Thellikkal and Anappady provide accommodations at the rest houses available there. The adventurous tourists interested to stay in the tree house, need to do advance reservation. 'Kannimari', the famous oldest teak tree can be seen here. The visitors need to take permission from the Divisional Forest Officer, Parambikulam to enter the sanctuary. Siruvani Dam It is about 48 km from Palakkad. This is a beautiful dam, which was built across the serene river Siruvani. It is a popular picnic spot. One of the two gateways on either side of the length of the dam is built in traditional Kerala style of architecture while the other in the traditional Tamil Nadu style. Nelliyampathy This hill resort is about 467meter to 1572 meter above the sea level. It is situated 40 km south of Nenmara. It is an evergreen forest spread lavishly along the incline. It is a good place for the trekkers. The DTPC, Palakkad provides accommodation. Thenari This place is famous for the temple dedicated to Lord Rama. There is a natural spring in front of the temple. The waters of this spring is considered to be as sacred as that of the magnificent, perennial, Holy river Ganges in which a dip cleanses souls. Attappady It is situated about 38 km on the northeast of Mannarkad. It has picturesque mountains, elegant rivers and thick verdant forests. Being the land of tribals, it attracts the anthropologists. The local people worship the Malleeswaram Peak, which looks like the Holy Sivalinga. Here, the Shivarathri festival is celebrated very enthusiastically. The PWD rest house and a few private hotels at Agali provide accommodations. Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayana Temple Sankaranarayana is the presiding deity of this temple. The deity is a unique combination of one half by Lord Siva and by Lord Vishnu on the other. It is a 14th century temple. The auditorium here is known as the 'Koothambalam' and it is believed to be a later addition in the 15th or the 16th century. Ongallur Taliyil Siva Temple This temple is situated near Pattambi. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and displays the architectural skills of the period. Some of the most intricate laterite sculptures can be seen here. The Shivaratri festival is celebrated here annually. Silent Valley National Park It is situated about 40 km on the northwest of Mannarkad. Now, it covers an area of about 89.52 sq km. The persistent chirping of the cicadas, which is very common in sylvan regions, is absent here. This feature of the park makes it known as the silent valley. The visitors need to do a trekking of about 24 km since the Ghat terrain makes vehicle movement possible only beyond that distance. The visitors need to take the permission of the Wildlife Warden, Silent Valley National Park, Mukkali to go there. |
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