Location : Kerala
Major Attractions : Pallakd Fort
Best time to Visit : September to April
About Pallakad Fort
The ancient Pallakad Fort is located in the Pallakad district of Kerala in
the southern part of India. Built in 1766 by Hyder Ali of Mysore, the fort
was primarily constructed to gain strategic control over the western coast
and enable a link between Coimbatore and Pallakad. The fort wasn't however
destined to serve the ruler and was captured shortly after by the British
from where it passed into the hands of the Zamorin's. The British won
control over the structure again in 1790 after a bloody battle and thus
started a long history of British rule over Pallakad. The fort owing to its
historical importance is presently taken care of by the Archaeological
Survey of India.
The fort has great historical importance attached
to it, being witness to numerous bloody battles that saw it passing into the
hands of various dynasties. It is also considered to be one of the best
preserved and one of the most beautifully built forts in the country. The
granite used in its construction is of the finest variety and still stands
without too many scars on it even years after its construction. The citadel
styled architecture depicts the glorious past of the princely state.
Stay At
There are a few good quality hotels which provide excellent accommodation
facilities along with other luxury amenities for the tourists. Amongst the
best staying options at Pallakad are Hotel Indraparastha, Hotel KPM
International, Hotel Gazala, Hotel Sri Chakra International and Fort Palace
Hotel.
Getting There
By Air : Peelamedu airport located at Coimbatore, 60 km
from Pallakad is the nearest airport, well connected to other cities in
India through regular flights. Coimbatore is well connected to other cities
in India including Bangalore, Delhi, Goa, Lucknow, Chennai, Kolkata and
Mumbai.
By Rail : Palghat railway station is the nearest railhead
connected by daily trains from Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Chennai and other
major cities of India.
By Road : Kerala State Road Transport Corporation buses
connect Pallakad with all the major neighbouring cities including Thrissur,
Kozhikode, Bangalore, Kochi and Coimbatore. Private taxis can also be hired
from any of the neighbouring cities, which will also help you to move around
the area.
