Tourist attractions of Palakkad are diverse including wild life sanctuaries, beautiful dams, temples, lakes and ancient villages. Check out the following list of must visit places at Palakkad to plan your itinerary.
Palakkad Fort
It dates back to the year 1766, built by Hyder Ali, father of Tipu Sultan. It is a prominent landmark of the city and one of the best-preserved forts of India.
Malampuzha Gardens
This place located in Palakkad district is well known as the ‘Vrindavan of Kerala’. The garden has green lawns, impressive flowerbeds, relaxing fountains and it offers boat rides on the lake. It is a perfect spot for family picnic.
Kanjirapuzha Dam
The beautiful dam is surrounded by hills offering panoramic vista of the vicinity. Kanjirapuzha dam, located about 37 km. from Palakkad has abundance of fishes that are cultivated by the fisheries department.
Thenkurissi
In this small village of Palakkad district, the main attraction includes three prominent temples of Lord Shiva, Lord Thayankavu and Lord Sankara Narayan Swami.
Dhoni Reserve Forests
This reserve forest houses a petite waterfall on top of the Dhoni hills, which could be reached by hiking trail from the bottom of the hills.
Ottapalam
This is an interesting culturally rich town in Palakkad district. The main attraction of the place includes the Chinakathoor Kavu Temple, which hosts the annual Pooram festival.
Smirthivanam And Deer Park
It is a natural wildlife park inside the Walayar Reserve Forest Range. Take elephant rides to explore the remote areas and to catch the glimpse of wildlife.
Jain temple
It is a 500-year-old historic temple built in granite with carved idols of the Jain Thirthankeras and Yakshinis.
Some other sightseeing places in Palakkad include Kottayi, Kalpathy Temple, Chittur Garumadam, Punarjani Guha, Bagavathi Temple, Punnakudi Mahavishnu Temple Pattambi Mosque, Ashiana Gardens and Fantasy Park.
