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Palakkad is situated at the foot of the Western Ghats and therefore became 'the gateway to Kerala'. Its famous name is Palghat and probably has the biggest mountain pass in the world that separates Kerala from Tamil Nadu.
Palakkad is a fort town whose natural beauty manifests itself in the form of hillocks, valleys, rivers, forests, dams, open paddy fields and deep green Palmyra trees.
Palakkad is famous for diverse cultures and traditions due to its diversity in the historical background. It is also a place of temple festivals.
There are several places of visit in Palakkad. The Malampuzha dam and gardens is a major tourist attraction in Palakkad.The Malampuzha gardens are called the Vrindavan of Kerala as it is covered with lush green lawns, flower beds and fountains. There are also rock gardens, Fantasy Park, Snake Park, ropeway, forts and temples.
Palakkad is an attractive visiting spot for tourists from all over the world. The budget hotels those have thrived in Palakkad take good care of the wallet of the travelers who prefer cheap but healthy accommodation. The Govt. Guest House, Palakkad is a very comfortable place to put up in, which provides a reasonable accommodation and dining.
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