Destinations : Palakkad

Beaches   Kovalam, Cherai and Varkala   Hill stations   Ponmudi, Munnar and Nelliyampathy   Wildlife sanctuaries   Periyar(Thekkadi) and Eravikulam   Backwaters   Alleppey, Kumarakom, and Punnamada   Districts   Kasargod, Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode, Malappuram,   Palakkad, Thrissur, Ernakulam,Idukki,   Kottayam, Pathanamthitta, Kollam   Thiruvananthapuram,Alappuzha

Palakkad Fort

The old granite fort situated in the very heart of Palakkad town is one of the best preserved in Kerala.It was built by HYDER All of Mysore in 1766. The Fort was taken over and modified by the British in 1790. It is now preserved by the Archaeological of India.

Pothundi

Situated on the way to Nelliampathy, the Pothundy Reservoir Complex is a charming location for picnics and half day trips.

Thiruvalathoor

The ancient temple here has some fine wood work and stone sculptures.

Dhoni

It takes a three hour trek from the base of the Dhoni hills to reach this reserve forest area with its small, beautiful waterfall.

Kottayi

This tiny village is the native place of the Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar, the doyen of Carnaticmusic.

Malampuzha garden

This famous picnic spot which comprises a dam and beautifully landscaped gardens, is situated on the lower hills of the Western Ghats. There are frequent buses to this place from Palakkad. The garden: Lush green lawns Well laid –out flower beds Cool pools, fountains and pathways Rock garden (Open 1000 – 1800 hrs) The rose garden has over a hundred varieties of the flower An aerial ropeway across the garden The dams and gardens are illuminated on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays from 1900 – 2000hrs. On other days they are illuminated on request for a fee. The reservoir: Boating and fishing facilities are available here. Pedal boats, rowboats, water scooter and motorboats can be hired from 1000 – 1800 hrs. A well maintained swimming pool(Tuesday holiday), a fresh water aquarium (open 1200 – 2000hrs & 1300 – 2100 hrs on holidays) a snake park (open 0800 – 1800 hrs) a children’s park. The passenger ropeway: This is the first of its kind in South India Ph: 815129 (Open 1000 – 1300hrs & 1430 – 2000 hrs) Road train trips in the garden (0800 – 2000hrs) Telescope tower (1000 – 1700hrs).

Nelliyampathy

This fascinating hill station is at a height of 467 to 1572 m above sea level. At least 10 hair pin bends have to be negotiated on the Ghat road that passes through the breathtaking evergreen forests of the Sahya Ranges. Seethakundu at Nelliyampathy offers a panoramic view of about one third of Palakkad. This hill country is the delight of trekkers.