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Palakkad Fort is situated in Palakkad town, Palakkad district, Kerala.Palakkad Fort is one of the best preserved Forts in Kerala, was built by Mysore’s Haider Ali in 1766 AD. In 1790, the Fort was taken over and renovated by the British.
Palakkad (Palghat) Fort or Tippu’s Fort is an imposing fort situated in an area of 15 acres, on the western border of Palakkad town, in the state of Kerala. A protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India, this is one of the best preserved forts in Kerala.This old granite Fort is also known as Tipu’s Fort, This fort has great historical importance, and also represents the rich cultural heritage of Kerala. The Fort narrates the history of Mysore invasion and the advent of the British to the region. The fort is square in shape, with massive walls and strong bastions in all four corners and in the middle. The entrance was through a draw bridge which was later replaced by a permanent one. The spacious ground surrounding the fort known as ‘Kotta maidanam’, which had once served as a stable for the elephants and horses of Tipu’s Army, is now a place for public meetings, local get together, circus and other exhibitions.An open air auditorium called “Rappadi”, currently under the preservation of the Archaeological Survey of India, is also located within the spacious grounds of the Fort.Besides Palakkad Fort, there are a number of popular places located in its vicinity. Some famous temples and worshipping places around the fort include Jainmedu, Vadakkanthara Temple, Manapullivaku and Kumarapuram. The Hanuman (the monkey god) temple which is believed to be as old as the fort, a sub-jail and a martyr’s column are also located within the fort premises. There is also children’s park very near to it. Tourists on their way to Malampuzha and Nelliampathy find this fort an attractive place to visit.
Location info:
Address: Palakkad town, Palakkad District, Kerala, India.
District: Palakkad District.
Nearest City: Coimbatore and Madurai
Best time to visit: November to May.
Climate/Weather:
Climate Generally warm and humid. The weather temparature Summers: 36°-20°; Winters: 16°-32°C.
History:
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.
Interesting things to do:
The main Attrraction in this fort is “Rappadi”(open air auditorium), Hanuman (the monkey god) temple and Some famous temples and worshipping places around the fort include Jainmedu, Vadakkanthara Temple, Manapullivaku and Kumarapuram.
Interesting things to Visit:
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.Malampuzha:This place is just 10 kms from Palakkad, It is a famous picnic spot and major tourist attraction, is in the site of a large irrigation dam built across the river Bharathapuzha. It is a picnic spot in the lower hills of the Western Ghats. Malampuzha Garden is a famous picnic spot, which comprises a dam and beautifully landscaped gardens, around the large reservoirs are beautifully landscaped rose gardens and amusement parks for children, as well as facilities for boat cruises and water sports on the reservoir.Thiruvalathoor:This palce is about 10kms from Palakkad, the ancient temple here has some fine woodwork and stone sculpturesKottayi:Kottayi is located just 15 kms from Palakkad. This village is the native place of the late Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar, the doyen of Carnatic music.Malampuzha:This place is just 10 kms from Palakkad, It is a famous picnic spot and major tourist attraction, is in the site of a large irrigation dam built across the river Bharathapuzha. It is a picnic spot in the lower hills of the Western Ghats. Malampuzha Garden is a famous picnic spot, which comprises a dam and beautifully landscaped gardens, around the large reservoirs are beautifully landscaped rose gardens and amusement parks for children, as well as facilities for boat cruises and water sports on the reservoir.Kota Maidanam (Fort Ground):Earlier used to house stables of Tipu Sultans elephants and horses, it now serves as the venue for public meetings, exhibitions and cricket matches.Seethakunda:Seethakundu offers 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 Tours, 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.
Mobile range info:
How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Palakkad railway junction
Nearest Airport:Coimbatore Airport and Kochi Airport and Kozhikode Airport.
Road Transport:For long distance travel there is KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) bus stand with the buses plying from Palakkad to Thrissur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Coimbatore and Bangalore. The return services provides means of accessing the region. NH 47(Salem to Kanyakumari) and NH 213(Palakkad-Kozhikode).
Nearest Visiting places:
Thiruvalathoor Bhagavathy Temple.The temple is located 10 kilometer 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.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 prior permission.Walayar Dam:It is located about 25 kilometers from Palkkad town in the Kerala Tamilnadu border. The dam is meant for irrigation purpose. There is a deer Park located 3 kilometers from Walayar.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.SiruvaniThe reservoir at Siruvani was built for Tamil Nadu by the Kerala Government to meet the drinking water requirements of Coimbatore. The gateways on either side of the road across the dam are typical of the Kerala and Tamil architectural styles.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.Kanjirapuzha :Kanjirapuzha Dam is situated about 38 kms. from Palakkad.The water spread of the dam lies in a single stretch.An evergreen forest, by name ‘Vettilachola’ is immediately beyond the reservoir which is surrounded by hills and during rainy season, the mountain will be covered with mist.All this makes the area extremely beautiful and picturesque. There are three islands in the reservoir with plenty of fish (including commercial varieties) grown by the Fisheries Department.

Thunchan Gurumadom :Across the lush green fields, two kms. from ChitturTown on the banks of river Sokanasini an old building where Thunchathu Ramanujan Ezhuthachan, regarded as the father of Malayalam Language, lived in the 16th Century.People call it Gurumadom and it is here that he translated the two great Sanskrit epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharatha, for the common people.At the Gurumadomone Srichakra and a few idols worshipped by himthe stylus the wooden slippers (Padukom) and a few old manuscripts are exhibited.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:

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. The presiding deity here is Siva and deity here known as ‘Thalathilappan’.Dhoni Hills:The site can be reached after a fairly long climb of 3 hours from the base of the Dhoni Hills. Dhoni provides trekkers the opportunity to explore its hilly terrains.Its lush green surroundings are a pleasure to watch. Dhoni is also famous for its farmhouse, harbouring hundreds of cattle of Swiss variety.Kottayi:This is 15 kms from Palakkad via Poodar, this village is the native place of the late Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar, the doyen of Carnatic music.Lakkidi:Killikurussimangalam at Lakkidi is the birthplace of Kunchan Nambiar, the 18th century sitarist and exponent of Tullal (Classical art form). The Poet’s house has been preserved as a monument by the state Government as an historical place.Pothundy (Picnic Spot):Situated on the way to Nelliampathy, the Pothundy Reservoir Complex is a charming location for picnics and half-day trips.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
IBP Petrol Bunk
Chittur Road, Kenathuparambu
Palakkad, Kerala.Petrol Pump
Palakkad, Palakkad
Kerala.Bharat Petroleum
Coimbatore Road, Kalmandapam
Palakkad, Kerala.Balaji Fuels
Chandranagar
Palakkad, Kerala 678007
0491 2571793.Petrol Pump
Palakkad, Kerala.
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
Fort Palace Hotel
West Fort Road
Palakkad, Kerala
Tel:0491 2534621.Olappamanna Mana
Vellinazhi, Palakkad
Kerala.Hotel Kapliavastu
Melamuri Pudur Kottayi Road
Palakkad, Kerala.
Things to carry:
Tips & Suggestions:
Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Police Station
Mannarkkad, Palakkad
Kerala.wadakanchery police station
Wadackanchery
Thrissur, Kerala
04884 233100.Police Station Vadavalli
Coimbatore, Coimbatore
Tamil Nadu
Tel: 0422 2423100.Police Station
Kodakara, Thrissur
Kerala.
Nearest Hospital:Trinity Eye Hospital
Stadium Byepass Road
Palakkad, Kerala.Lakshmi Nursing Home
Kenathuparambu, Palakkad
Kerala.Madhavi Amma Hospital
Sultanpet, Palakkad
Kerala.Kerala Nursing Home
Court Road, Palakkad
Kerala.
Society/Community Phone Number:
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http://kerala-travel-spots.blogspot.com/2009/09/palakkad.html
http://historicalleys.blogspot.com/2008/10/palakkad-fort.html
http://atozallnews.blogspot.com/2009/07/palakkad-tourism.html

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