About Palakkad
Palakkad (the other name Palghat is a contribution of the British Raj) is prime among Kerala's most picturesque districts, thanks to its distinctive palmyra trees and extensive green paddy fields. Palakkad has probably the biggest mountain pass in the world (30-40 Kms) separating the two folds of the Western Ghats on the border of Kerala with Tamil Nadu. Palakkad is rightfully therefore known as the Gateway of Kerala, giving the rest of India access to the State. For precisely the same reasons, Palakkad had to bear the brunt of invasions from the bordering kingdoms in the past. It therefore no wonder that this place is a melting pot of different cultures and ethnic denominations, enriching its life, arts & culture.
Hotels in Palakkad
Palakkad, a scenic town in north Kerala, is also known as Palghat because it forms a gap in the Western Ghats. It is also called the Gateway to Kerala. An area green with paddy fields and swaying palm trees, Palakkad has become a popular tourist destination in recent years, due to its natural beauty and the world famous Kairali Ayurvedic Health Resort located here, which offers holistic healing therapy for a wide range of conditions.
Known for its green landscape, Palakkad is near a number of places worth visiting. The Choolanur Peacock Sanctuary, the Silent Valley National Park, and the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary are not far from Palghat and provide you with a refreshing tour of the natural beauty of Kerala.
There are a number of hotels and resorts in Palakkad that cater to the growing number of tourists who travel here on wildlife or ayurvedic tours.
