Palakkad (Palghat) : The Pastoral Allure

• How to Get There
• Tipu’s Fort
• Parambikulam
• Nelliyampathy

Palakkad (Palghat) : The Pastoral Allure

At the foothills of the immense Western Ghats lies the quaint town of Palakkad. At Palakkad, you will see vast patches of palms and paddy fields stretching out to the horizon on one side and dense tropical forests on the other. Rich in history and filled with a vibrant culture, the town possesses a rather unique personality which is difficult to find. The huge tracts of paddy fields have earned Palakkad the epithet of granary of Kerala. The friendly people enhance the pastoral charm of the rural city. You will be hard pressed find a more odd combination of attractions. Wildlife sanctuaries reverberate with animalistic joy while the mystical hills contain some stunning dams.

How to Get There

By Air :

The closest Airport is Coimbatore International Airport, about 54 km from Palakkad.

By Rail :

It has two Railway Stations named as Palakkad Junction and Palakkad Town Railway Station which is connected to the major cities of Kerala.

By Road :

It is well connected through Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and Several private buses.

Tipu’s Fort

Also known as the Palakkad Fort, this historic monument stands like a proud warrior in the heart of the town. The surrounding stretches of dense forests provide the perfect background for this magnificent structure. History was made at this fort. The sober grey laterite walls remind the visitors of the valor of the fierce Tipu Sultan who courageously fought against the English colonialists.

Parambikulam

The incredible beauty of the region has made it the perfect spot for a Tiger Reserve. The Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is an enchanting world rich in flora and fauna. Under the dense canopy of the tropical evergreen forests, numerous interesting creatures roam about in complete freedom unrestrained. You may even see a tiger or two strutting through their domain unfettered by worries. Inside the reserve, the Parambikulam Lake is a tranquil mirror reflecting the quiet beauty of the forested hills. Even the rafts move slowly as if afraid to disturb the calm that lies over the lake.

Nelliyampathy

Romance hangs in the atmosphere of Nelliyampathy as the clouds caress the hill peaks. When the breeze blows the faint scent of tea mixed with cardamom and oranges create a heady feeling. Glittering waterfalls shine amidst the dense forests. Orange orchards, cardamom plantations and tea gardens dot the surrounding landscape. Nelliyampathy offers a complete panorama of a hilly landscape with its expansive plains, exciting cliffs, sparkling rivers and glorious forests. The natural opulence is breathtaking in its depth. A trek through the enchanting forests can be a salubrious experience or you can simply sit and be lost in the picturesque surroundings. In Nelliyampathy, huge expanses of paddy fields cover the area like a luxurious verdant carpet ornamented with plantations and gardens.