Ideal 2 day trip in Palakkad

Day 1: Nature & Heritage

Morning

• Start at Malampuzha Dam & Gardens
  • Walk through the hanging bridge, visit the sculpture garden by Kanayi Kunhiraman
  • Optional: Take a boating ride
• Malampuzha Rock Garden (unique sculptures from waste materials)

Lunch: Local Kerala vegetarian meal or try a Palakkad Tamil-style thali

Afternoon

• Dhoni Waterfalls Trek(3–4 km moderate trek)
  • Trek through forest paths to a serene waterfall
  • Need permission from the Forest Department

Evening

• Return to town and visit Palakkad Fort (Tipu’s Fort)
  • Walk the moat, explore the Hanuman temple, and enjoy the green lawns

Night

• Relax at a local hotel or homestay
• Dinner with local Palakkad cuisine (try olan, kaalan, or erissery)

Day 2: Culture & Spirituality

Morning

• Visit Kalpathy Heritage Village (Agraharam)
  • Stroll through traditional Brahmin streets
  • Visit Kalpathy Vishwanatha Swamy Temple
  • If timing matches, attend Kalpathy Ratholsavam (chariot festival, November)

Optional Stops:

• Chittur Kavu Temple or Manappullikavu Temple
• Meenkulathi Bhagavathi Temple (Vadakkanthara)

Lunch: Explore Tamil Brahmin cuisine (coconut-heavy, mild flavors)

Afternoon

• Silent Valley National Park(optional, requires prior booking; ~2 hrs drive)
  • Guided forest safari into one of India’s last untouched rainforests
  • Rich in biodiversity — ideal for nature lovers and bird watchers

Evening

• Local shopping for Palakkad matta rice, handicrafts, or temple souvenirs
• Enjoy local sweets like unniyappam or adhirasam

Palakkad may not always be in the tourist spotlight, but that’s exactly what makes it so special. With its peaceful landscapes, rich history, and deep-rooted traditions, it offers a refreshing break from crowded destinations. Whether you’re walking through ancient forts, listening to temple chants in heritage agraharams, or soaking in the green calm of waterfalls and forests, Palakkad invites you to slow down and connect with Kerala’s soul. A visit here isn’t just a trip — it’s an experience of timeless charm and quiet beauty.