Palakkad Fort is one of the most decent and well-preserved forts built-in 1766. This structural monument was once referred to as “Tipu’s Fort”. It is situated in Palakkad, Kerala foothills of the Sahyadris range. “Sultan Hyder Ali” build the fort hiring highly-skilled French craftsmen. Some trees provide the cool, windy air at the fort’s entrance side, and the fort’s entrance is moat deeply and wide and fenced all around. The entry to the fort is made by crossing through a single bridge. There is abundant water in the fort’s moat surroundings, and there are many tortoises in the water.
The Palakkad lies at the foothills of the Western Ghats. Further, the large pillars with few carvings in the fort beautify and adore the fort. There’s “Anjaneya Swami Temple” inside the fort. The small carvings of the deities can be seen on the wall. The pillars and carvings on the walls of the fort influence the “Hoysala Architecture.” The Palakkad fort has a sub-jail for prisoners within the fort.
How to reach Palakkad?
It is well known as the gateway to Kerala. The place has good connectivity by road or by train with all major cities of the country. The area has not offered an airport facility. Coimbatore is the closest airport to Palakkad, and from there, you can take a bus or taxi for the rest of the journey.
Main Eye-Catching points of Palakkad Fort
The fort has seven bastions and a moat all around. It also has a boating area. There are holes to keep guns ready to fire in case of invasion, and there is one whole where four guns can be fitted in the same location but can be pointed in different directions. The position of these openings is such a way that the enemy can’t see it from the outside—there many watchtowers above the bastions to secure the fort.
The fort has a lavishing step well. There are many Palaces, Parliament, and the court of that time. You can visit the fort in the afternoon, that is the best time to the fort. The Centry into the fort is free, and at the fort’s entrance gate, you should hire a tourist guide who will assist you and guide you about the fort. The Archeological Survey of India appoints them for the tourist with the help of them. You will get true knowledge about the history of the fort and indirectly the history of India.
Palakkad Fort’s Nearby places
You can also visit nearby places like Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is covering an area of 400 square meters, and it is the most beautiful place near Palakkad fort. Vadakkanthara Temple is the mostCimportant and peaceful place to visit near Palakkad fort. There are many more places like Kanjirapuzha, Dhoni Waterfall, Malampuzha Garden, and Dam, Meenvallam Waterfalls, Thiruvalathur Randu Moorthy Temple, Jain Temple, Rock Garden, Silent Valley National Park, Attapadi, Kolegonde Palace, Mangalam Dam, Fantasy Park, Pothundi Dam, etc. from where the view of the high mountains is lavish. If you plan to visit the city anytime soon, the fort would be a perfect pit stop for you and your family to embrace the most humble experience ever.
Palakkad Fort Timings
Palakkad fort timings: 8 am–5:30 pm
