Dams & Reservoirs in Kerala–Kanjhirapuzha Kulumavu Dam

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Kanjhirapuzha Kulumavu Dam

About:
Kanjirapuzha dam is situated 13 Km. away from Mannarghat, Palakkad District of Kerala. The dam is constructed across the river Siruvani .An evergreen forest named Vettilachola is immediately beyond the reservoir. Three islands in the reservoir gain a special attraction. These islands are abundant with marine life including commercial varieties grown by the fisheries department. The water spread of the dam lies in a single stretch.An evergreen forest named Vettilachola is immediately beyond the reservoir. Three islands in the reservoir gain a special attraction. These islands are abundant with marine life including commercial varieties grown by the fisheries department.’Vettilachola’, provides the backdrop to a lake surrounded by hillocks. During the rains, the mist-draped mountains create a picturesque landscape.
Location info:
Address: Mannarghat, Palakkad district, kerala, India
District: Palakkad district
Nearest City:Coimbatore Madurai, Palakkad, Ayalur and Nelliyampathy.
Best time to visit: Between November and April.
Climate/Weather:
The climate is always pleasant, The temperature varies between 15′ C in December and 30C in April.
History:
 
Interesting things to do:
You can see Three sland in the reservoir, and its special attraction, Boating facilities are also available here.
Interesting things to Visit:
Palakkad Fort:Palakkad Fort was built by Hyder Ali, the mighty ruler of Mysore, in the year 1766 A.D. The fort was primarily built to speed up the communication between Coimbatore and the West Coast. The region, during those days had a great strategic importance. The fort however fell into the hands of British Empire in the year 1784 after a siege that lasted 11 days. With the Zamorin’s capture of the fort, the dispute and the battle was not meant to end there. The British recaptured the fort in the year 1790 A.D. and with that established their stronghold in the region. Palakkad Fort, at present, is looked after by the Archaeological Survey of India.Topslip:It is a location in the Anamalai Hills. It is about 37 kms from Pollachi. This small town is an ideal picnic spot. Arrangements are available at Topslip to take tourists around the Sanctuary on elephant back or by van.Thirumoorthy Temple:It is situated at the foot of Thiru moorthy Hills adjoining the Thirumoorthy Dam. This is about 20 kms from Udumalpet on the Highway from Palani to Coimbatore. A perennial stream flows by the side of the Sri Amaralingeswarar temple and nearby there is a waterfalls. The Crocodile Farm at Amaravathi Dam is just 25 kms from here.Parambikulam:This project consists of a series af dams interconnected by tunnels and canals at various elevation in order to harness the Parambikulam, Aliyar, Nirar, Sholiyar, Thunkadavu, Thenkkadi and Palar rivers, laid for irrigation and power generation.Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary:This Sanctuary is situated at an altitude of 1,400 mts in the Western Ghats near Pollachi (about 90 Kms from Coimbatore). The area of the sanctuary is 958 sq.kms. It has various kinds of fauna like elephant, gaur, tiger, panther, sloth-bear, deer, wild bear, wild dog, porcupine, flying squirrel, jackal, pangolin, civet cat and birds like rocket-tailed drongo, red-whiskered bulbul, black headed oriole, tree pie, spotted dove, green pigeon and also others animals.Silent Valley:Silent Valley is a fragile forest, nestled in the mountain folds of the Nilgiris in Southern India. In God’s own country, Kerala, Silent Valley is surely God’s own abode. It has etymological connotations to the absence of noisy insect cicadas that are generally abundant in tropical rain forests, although now, cicadas form an integral part of the forest.
Mobile range info:
How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Palakkad Railway Station
Nearest Airport:Nearest airport is Coimbatore in Tamilnadu. Kochi airport and Kozhikode are nearest airports in Kerala.
Road Transport:From Coimbatore TNSTC and private buses are available to Siruvani. Private cabs are also available at Coimbatore.State Transport Corporation’s Interstate Express buses are available from the Central bus stands situated at Gandhipuram, Coimbatore. For local transportation taxis, auto-rickshaws and city buses are available.
Nearest Visiting places:
Sholayar:Highest place in Attappady. Cool climate and the enthralling natural beauty rejuvenates the body and soul. Tea and coffee plantations are another attraction.Thiruvalathoor Bhagavathy Temple.The temple is located 10 kms from Palakkad at the Chittoor-Kodumbu road. This ancient temple is well decorated with fine wood works and stone sculptures. It is one of the 108 Durga temples in the country. The temple remains unfinished. The annual festival falls at January, which lasts 10 days. Another attraction in the temple is the Mizhavu (a musical instrument), and it is observed as the largest in Kerala.Chulannur Peacock Protection Centre:Mailadumpara, in Chulannur situated 22 kms away from Palakkad town and 5 kms from Peringothukrish, is also famed. It is here the peacock protection center is located. Kunjan Nambiar Smrudhi forest is also here.Silent Valley National Park:It is a dense rain forest located along the western corners of Nilgiris having an area of around 90 square kilometers. It is nearly 60 kilometers far from Palakkad and 90 kilometers from Coimbatore. Silent Valley got this name because of the poetic silence at this forest and it is just because of the absence of cicadas, which is common in all forests. The forest is famous for the very rare Lion-Tailed Macaque. The Silent Valley also known as Sairandhri Vanam. According to Hindu mythology Sairandhri is the other name of Draupadi who is the wife of Panadavas in Mahabharatha epic. Trekking is possible at this forest with a permission.Kalpathi:Kalpathi is the most famous ‘Agraharam'(Street occupied by Brahmins) in Palakkad and one of the 18 Agraharams(Brahmin residing streets) in the state. The famous Sri Visalakshi Sametha Sri Viswanatha Swamy temple is here where the famous ‘Ratholsavam’ (temple car festival) takes place. Kalpathy is located 3 kilometer from Palakkad.Olappamanna Mana:Olappamanna is the family name of a feudal lords, belongs to the Namboothiri category. They are the reputed patrons of Kathakali and it is believed that Kathakali originated here. The ‘mana’ (ancestral house) lies at Vellinezhi (Which is known as Kathakali village) near Chepulassery.

Thrithala:

Thrithala is the place where Agnihotri (The eldest son of Vararuchi) conducted 99 yagnas and made Indra (King of Gods) envious. The Agnihotri ellam draws visitors. The village lies 8 kilometer far from Pattambi at the Pattambi-Kuttippuram road in the Ottapalam taluk. The Siva temple here is believed to be built around 10th century is a good example of the Chol-Pandya style of Architecture.Kollengode:Kollengode or the abode of blacksmiths enshrines the pristine beauty of rural Palakkad. The Kollengode Palace, the Vishnu Temple and the poet P. Kunhiraman Nair Memorial are worth visiting. Seethakundu and Govindamalai hills near Kaachankurichi are ideal for adventurous trekkers.Chittur Garumadam:This place is Located on the banks of the river Sokanasini (the destroyer of sorrows), this is a memorial to Thunchath Ezhuthachan, the author of Adhyatma Ramayana, who spent his last days here. A srichakra, some of the idols worshipped by him, a stylus, wooden slippers and a few old manuscripts are exhibited here.Jain Temple of Jainimedu:This basadhi is Situated on the western suburbs of Palakkad town, not far from the railway station, this historic 32 feet long, 20 feet wide granite temple displays images of the Jain Thirthankaras and Yakshinis. The region around the temple, known as Jainimedu, is one of the few places in Kerala where the vestiges of Jainism have survived.Kudallur and Thasarak:The villages of Palakkad district have become the background of the novels of reputed writers like M.T. Vasudevan Nair and O.V. Vijayan. Kudallur, the birth place of M.T. Vasudevan Nair is the locale of his novels, ‘Nalukettu’ and ‘Kalam’ (time).Navara Eco Farm:

This place is Located on the banks of Chittur river in Palakkad is a unique farming venture that has undertaken the mission to bring back the fast losing significance of Navara, a grain considered to be of great value from a healthcare point of view.The Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary:Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary TravelSprawling over 285 sq.kms, this neighbouring sanctrary shelters the largest population of wild Gaur ( Bison) The Cannimare Teak Tree, said to be the largest in the Asian continent towers roughly 5kms away from Thunakadavu-the headquarters of Parambikulam.Malampuzha:Malampuzha has an aerial ropeway across the garden, a telescope tower, boating and fishing facilities, a swimming pool, fresh water aquarium and a snake park. Fantasy Park is a good spot for children. At Dhoni you can go on a 3-hour trek from the base of Dhoni Hills to the waterfall at the reserve forest area.Jungles of Sahya Ranges:These Sahya Ranges are famous for its evergreen forests.Padagiri:Nelliyampathy has the highest peak at Nellikotta which is also called Padagiri. The hills dipped in the pristine beauty of nature are sprinkled with picturesque tea, coffee, cardamom, vegetable and orange plantations. The hills of Nelliyampathy are a delight to adventure lovers and trekkers.Seethakunda:Seethakundu is a fantastic view of the valley below-a wide angled panoramic picture of about one third of Palakkad, as beautiful as the green Valleys of Kodaikkanal.Nelliyampathy:Nelliyampathy is located just 75 km from Palakkad and at an altitude of 467 m to 1572 m Nelliyampathy Hill Station , the Nelliyampathyhilll comprise a chain of ridges cut off from one another by valleys of dense evergreen forests and orange plantations. Accessing Nelliyampathy from Palght is a sensation on its own, as you negotiate over a dozen haipin curves of the ghat road passilng through the fascinating jungles of the Sahya Ranges.Chettikulam:Chettikulam is a tourist destination in Perambalur District of Tamil Nadu. This scenic place, located about 22 km south of Perambalur, holds two ancient temples named Arulmigu Ekambareswarar Temple and Arulmigu Thandayuthapani Temple.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Bharat Petroleum
Coimbatore Road, Kalmandapam
Palakkad, Kerala.Petrol Pump
Palakkad Road, Kovai Pudur
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.Balaji Fuels
Chandranagar, Palakkad
Kerala 678007
Tel: 0491 2571793.Sruthi Agencies Petrol Pump
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
Hotel Lakeview
West Lake Road, Ooty
Tamil Nadu 643004
Tel: 022 66181940.CAG Pride
312, Bharathiyar Road
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641044
Tel: 0422 4317777.Hotel Vaidurya
Geetha Hall Rd, Gopala Puram,
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
0422 4297777.Hotel Silent Valley
Mannarkkad, Palakkad
Kerala.Hotel Srichakra International
Palakkad, Kera.
Things to carry:
Tips & Suggestions:
Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Police Station
Mannarkkad, Palakkad
Kerala.Police Station
Perintalmanna, Malappuram
Kerala.Thondamuthur Police Station
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Tel: 0422 2617258.Police Station Vadavalli
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Tel:0422 2423100.
Nearest Hospital:Alma Hospital
Mannarkkad, Palakkad
Kerala.Vaishak Hospital
Mannarkkad, Palakka
Kerala.Sandhya Ram Hospital
Kadampazhipuram 678633.KG Hospital
Coimbatore, Coimbatore
Tamil Nadu
Tel: 0422 2212121.Alikkal Ayurvedics
Mannarkkad CollegePO
Palakkad,Kumaramputhur
Kerala.Al ameen Dental Clinic
Alanallur, Malappuram
Kerala
Tel: 04924 262224.
Society/Community Phone Number:
Link:http://leenadraviam.blogspot.com/2007/09/silent-valley-best-time-to-visit.html
http://travellerspalakkad.blogspot.com/2009/04/kanjirapuzha-irrigation-dam.html
http://kerala-travel-spots.blogspot.com/2009/09/palakkad.html 

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