ONE DAY TRIP FROM CIOMBATORE
COIMBATORE TO PALAKKAD
Total Distance:
- Coimbatore to Palakkad: ~52 km (approx. 1.5 hours drive)
A one-day trip from Coimbatore to Palakkad is possible because the distance between the two cities is only about 52 kilometers (approximately 1 to 1.5 hours by car). With this short travel time, you can comfortably explore a few key attractions in and around Palakkad and return to Coimbatore on the same day.
Our plan:
1. Start from Coimbatore
Which places are covering in pallakad?
- Departure Time: 7:00 AM
- Early start to avoid traffic.
2. Malampuzha Dam and Garden
- Arrival Time: 9:00 AM
- Attractions: Dam, rock garden, ropeway, and fish-shaped aquarium.
- Duration: 2 hours
- Entry Fees: Nominal for park entry and additional for the ropeway.
- Activity: Enjoy the scenic beauty, take a boat ride, or relax in the garden.
3. Palakkad Fort
- Arrival Time: 12:00 PM
- Attractions: Historic fort built by Hyder Ali, surrounded by lush greenery.
- Duration: 1 hour
- Entry Fees: Free.
- Activity: Walk around the fort, learn about its history, and explore the beautiful surroundings.
4. Lunch
What is the menu in pallakad?
- Time: 1:30 PM
- Recommended restaurants: Noorjahan Restaurant or Nalanda Restaurant (known for local Kerala cuisine).
5. Tipu Sultan's Fort (Chandragiri Fort)
Which year was constructed the tipu sultan's Fort?
Tipu Sultan's Fort, also known as Palakkad Fort, was originally built in 1766 by Hyder Ali, Tipu Sultan's father. Tipu Sultan later made improvements and used it as a military base during his reign
- Arrival Time: 3:00 PM
- Attractions: Scenic fort with panoramic views of Palakkad.
- Duration: 1 hour.
6. Kanjirapuzha Dam
- Arrival Time: 4:30 PM
- Attractions: Serene water body, great for relaxing and short walks.
- Duration: 1 hour.
7. Return to Coimbatore
- Departure Time: 5:30 PM
- Arrival Time in Coimbatore: 7:00 PM
Approximate Cost (per couple):
- Fuel: ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 (depending on car efficiency).
- Food: ₹500 to ₹1,000 for lunch.
- Miscellaneous (entry fees, etc.): ₹500
Why one day travel from coimbatore ?
Since the travel time is short, you can spend a full day exploring key attractions like Malampuzha Dam, Palakkad Fort, and Kanjirapuzha Dam and still return comfortably by evening.
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