Mannarkkad-Kerala Tour and Travel Guide

Mannarkkad–Entrance to the Silent Valley

About Mannarkkad Tour and Travel Guide

Mannarkkad is a little municipal town in the center of Kerala. Engulfed by mesmerizing wildlife as well as forest, the region has tribal communities. The two famous rivers Kunthipuzha as well as Nellipuzha flow in the valley of Mannarkkad. You can see the hillocks of Attappadi surrounding the town making it the exemplary spot for the weekend. You can come here through Kerala tour packages.

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With a population exceeding forty-four thousand, Mannarkkad is located around 366 km from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala. It is among the fast-developing municipal towns in Kerala. The distance from Palakkad is around 40 km. You can come here through Kerala holiday trip packages. The name ‘Mannarkkad’ comes from three words, ‘mannu’ meaning soil, ‘aaru’ meaning river as well as ‘kaadu’ meaning forest. The region was called Mannakkad Nair Veedu. Located on the Western Ghats, the region relies on hill produce and is a fast-developing commercial hub. Some of the agricultural products are rubber, plantain, cinnamon, pepper, etc. You can come here through Kerala vacation trip packages conducted by Hellovisit.

How to Reach Mannarkkad?

You can come to Cochin by rail or air. From here you can come to this region by road.

Best time to visit Mannarkkad

Nov to April

CULTURE

Malayalam is the main language of the region. Mannarkkad is like a metropolitan city because of its demography. You find Tamils, Telegus, Kannadigas, Goan apart from many North Indians living there. You also find many tribal communities like kurumba, and mugudars. You can come here through the Kerala culture trip packages.

History

Actually belonging to the Valluvanad Swaroopam dynasty, Mannarkkad became a victim of British invasions in the past. The region was also under the rule of Tipu Sultan. You will find traces of historical architecture like the old British iron bridge apart from the road namedTipu Sultan road. You can come here through a Kerala history and culture trip conducted by Hellovisit.

Places to see at Mannarkkad

Silent Valley National Park, Mannarkkad

Situated in the outskirts at a 20 km distance, you find the Silent Valley National Park and which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site announced in 2012. The history traces back to the Mahabharata era. The Flora and fauna of this environmental zone are amazing. You find entry to the tropical rainforest consisting of high, continuous ridges apart from steep slopes. It is among the beautiful national parks of India and you can come here through Kerala environment trip packages.

Kanjirapuzha Dam, Mannarkkad

Built on the Kanjirapuzha River for fulfilling the irrigation needs of the region, the Kanjirapuzha Dam is at a distance of 13 km from Mannarkkad. It is engulfed by the mesmerizing Vakkodan Hills. One of the principal characteristics of the region is the fish farming that is done by making use of coracles and this is part of the commercial fisheries development program. The Kanjirapuzha Gardens close by is yet another splendid attraction in the area. You will find this sight mesmerizing during the winter morning or during the evenings or dusk. You will find misty mountains. You can come here through the Kerala trip package conducted by Hellovisit.

Atla Waterfalls, Mannarkkad

Situated 23 km from Mannarkkad, the Atla Waterfalls is among the elevated falls in Kerala permitting a trek amid the amazing beauty of nature for a distance of around 5 km. You can come here through the Kerala adventure trip packages conducted by Hellovisit.

Meenvallam Waterfalls, Mannarkkad

Situated at a distance of 20 km from Mannarkkad, the Meenvallam Waterfalls are also called the best-kept secrets of Kerala. It is among the ten waterfalls crafted by the Thuppanadu River during its course amid the Kalladikode Hills. With an elevation of 45 meters, it is a pristine waterfall, no doubt. The best time to visit in the fall is once the monsoon is over. During the dry season, you can trek safely. You can come here through the Kerala environment trip conducted by Hellovisit.

Siruvani Reservoir, Mannarkkad

Built by the government of Kerala in traditional Kerala as well as Tamil architecture, the Siruvani Reservoir is a much sought-after picnic spot for travelers as well as locals. A waterfall nearby as well as the old Pattiyar Bungalow on the river bank are prime attractions. The region is known for its tranquil environment providing trekking trails. The Siruvani River is known for its sweet lake water. You can come here through the Kerala holiday tour packages.

Agali Hills, Mannarkkad

A little hill station as well as the tribal village, Agali town is located beneath the Malleshwaram Peak situated in the Attappady Forest Reserve having a border with the Silent Valley. You can come here through the Kerala hill station trip packages.

Things To Do at Mannarkkad

1-Most spots in Mannarkkad are well known for trekking amid the forest zones.

2-The height of the region is comparatively low making it a picturesque sight for trekking.

3-If you visit the Anomaly village, you will have a glimpse of the Silent Valley. This makes it an excellent spot for rest and meditation.

4-You can also enjoy gaming like XD World 9D Magic.