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Jan 1, 2007 · Located 46 km north of Mannarkad, Palakkad district of Kerala, is the Siruvani Reservoir. Malampuzha Dam and Garden in Palakkad. Malampuzha situated 10 km from Palakkad district, Kerala is a little township on the foot hills of the Western Ghats. This picnic spot has a dam and garden for leisure.
Jan 1, 2007 · Tipu's Fort, also known as Palakkad Fort, is a beautifully maintained edifice in Palakkad district and was an important military base in the past. Rebuilt by Hyder Ali in the 18th century, the fort was under the Mysore rulers until the British took control of the place. It was then used for providing government services during the British era.
Jan 1, 2007 · Celebrated as the Granary of Kerala, Palakkad is a vast stretch of fertile plains interspersed with hills, rivers, mountain streams and forests. The gateway to Kerala from the north, a 40 kilometre break in the mountains known as the Palakkad Gap gives access to this land situated at the foot of the Western Ghats.
Jan 1, 2007 · Palakkad Fort. There is an 18th century military base in Palakkad that has many riveting stories to whisper. One of the best-preserved stone-built forts in Kerala, the Palakkad Fort which is often referred as the Tipu Sultan Fort, is one of the major attractions in Palakkad. The story goes that Haider Ali rebuilt this medieval fort in 1766.
Thenari, Palakkad. Thenari, located on Pollachi road from Palakkad town, is a holy place. It is believed that the waters of the natural spring, located in front of the old Sree Rama Temple here, are as sacred as the waters of the Ganges. Thenari in Palakkad district is also famous for a coir fibre unit.
The Panniyur Sri Varahamurthy Temple, located about 15 kms south of Kuttipuram Town in Palakkad, is an incomplete temple. Legend…. Killikkurissi Mahadeva Temple is situated in the village of Lakkidi in Palakkad district in Kerala. This Lord Shiva temple captures…. A temple dedicated to Lord Rama, the Sree Ramaswamy Temple is known for its ...
Jan 1, 2007 · Mannarkkad P.O., Palakkad Kerala, India - 678582 Ph.: +91 4924 222056 Email: ww-svnp@forest.kerala.gov.in For more information please contact, Information Centre: +91 85898 95652, +91 96455 86629 Website: www.silentvalley.gov.in Asst. Wildlife Warden Silent Valley National Park Mukkali, Palakkad - 678582 Ph: +91 4924 253225
Kollengode is another village 19 kms south of Palakkad, known for its vast stretches of verdant paddy fields. The Kollengode Palace built in the traditional style of Kerala architecture is a major attraction here. The place is also famous for the Kachamkurissi temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Hindu god) and a memorial for the renowned poet P ...
Jan 1, 2007 · Meenvallam Waterfalls, Palakkad. Meenvallam Waterfalls, a hidden gem in Palakkad district, cascades from as high as 45 metres into Thuppanadu River which originates from the Kalladikodan Hills. Thuppanadu River later joins with the Thoothapuzha, which in turn empties into Bharathapuzha River. Located 8 km deep inside the forests from Thuppanad ...
Jan 1, 2007 · The northern peaks of Palakkad host a prominent wonder, and the name Poomully Mana is now synonymous with its misty slopes. This Namboothiri (Brahmin) ancestral home has a 500-year-old history of being famed practitioners of Ayurveda, Kalari, Yoga, music and many other performing arts. Some of the most well-known members of the family include Sri.
