Palakkad

Palakkad, replete with mountains, forests, fertile valleys, rivers and mountain streams is an ideal holiday destination, situated on the Western Ghats of Kerala. Deriving its name from the Malayalam words Pala (Alsteria scholaris) and Kadu (forest), Palakkad remains true to its name of being a place of extreme natural beauty.

Explore the charming district of Palakkad that is also known as the Gateway of Kerala owing to its mountain pass, the world's biggest on the Kerala -Tamil Nadu border that allows access to Kerala. Explore the picturesque Palakkad- a melting pot of different cultures and ethnic denominations that has enriched its life, arts & culture.

See the beautiful Palakkad Fort, one of the best in Kerala that was built by Hyder Ali of Mysore in 1776. Gaze at the strong bastions of the fort that has been given the status of a protected monument and lose yourself in the history of the fort. A visit to the Malampuzha Gardens is a must. The garden attracts tourists from all over Kerala as well as other southern states for its sheer natural grandeur in the form of lush green lawns, sparkling flowerbeds and glittering pools and fountains. The Malampuzha Gardens also houses a fresh water aquarium, Snake Park along with a small children's park and a toy train, thus being a complete tourist entertainment package.

A Palakkad tour is incomplete without visiting Udankhatola- South India's only Passenger Ropeway. A major tourist attraction, Udankhatola is perfect for adventure lovers. Fly over the garden at 60 ft. height to have the best panoramic view of the beautiful gardens nestled below the Blue Mountains for an unforgettable experience.

Other major tourist attractions around Palakkad include the ancient temple at Thiruvalathoor that is known for its fine woodwork and stone sculptures, trekking to Dhoni hills, and the Siva Temple and the ruins of a mud fort at Thrithala.

The various Tourist Destinations in Kerala are:

• Alappuzha
• Kochi
• Kollam
• Kozhikode
• Palakkad
• Thekkady
• Thiruvananthapuram

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