Parambikulam Lake

In focus, we have for the month, the tranquil environs of this beautiful lake in the Parmbikulam wildlife reserve. The ambiance even casts a spell on the rafters, who rows gently to synchronize with the gentle calm that prevails.

Palakkad

The melting sun has illumined the horizons in exuberant orange and red hues. The dark silhouettes of the palm trees, like a graceful ballerina, are seen sashaying to the rhythms of the gentle breeze. Spirited, fiery and effervescent - this is nature, indeed, in all her finest glory.

Nelliyampathy, Palakkad

Nestling atop the Western Ghats, misty mountains, enchanting valleys.

Nelliyampathy - Trekkers' delight!

Mountain mists, cool winds, sounds of the forest, smell of the earth, a simple people and lots and lots of greenery - Nelliyampathy has all this and more. This beautiful hill station, 50 km from Palakkad, stands at nearly 1600 m above sea level at its highest point. To get to Nelliyampathy, at least 10 hairpin bends have to be negotiated on the Ghat road that passes through the awesome evergreen forests of the Sahya Ranges. But your destination will be well worth the trouble. For a really great view, Seethakundu is an ideal choice.From up there, you can get to see almost one-third of Palakkad.

The Chaliyar River

The river making its way through Malappuram district is one of the four west flowing rivers that are more than 150 km long. Kerala has 44 rivers.

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Malappuram

Over a hundred varieties of native birds and more than 60 species of migratory birds have their homes here. The sanctuary is located across a cluster of scenic little islands at the mouth of the River Kadalundi.Over a hundred varieties of native birds and more than 60 species of migratory birds have their homes here. The sanctuary is located across a cluster of scenic little islands at the mouth of the River Kadalundi.