Malakkappara
Malakkappara or Malakhappara is one of the beautiful hill stations encircled by Parambikulam Tiger Reserve, Anamalai Tiger Reserve, and Nelliyampathy hills. The route to Malakkapara through the Sholayar forest is enchanting. Riders have a fascination to drive from Chalakudy to Pollachi and vice versa. En-route tourists can stop at Athirapally waterfalls, Vazhachal, Malakkapara, and Valparai. A favorite viewpoint is the Aliyar Dam which can be spotted from the hairpin bends. The 40 hairpin bends have different sightseeing spots and are a fascination. The journey to Malakappara is unforgettable as the mist-covered roads, tea plants with water drops, cool breeze, and magical. However, it is advised to be careful while you drive through Malakkapara as wildlife always causes a threat.
Malakkapara is a scenic forest area located in the Thrissur district in Kerala. Comprising of thick forests, tea estates, and hills part of the Western Ghats, the place is a great tourist spot. If you love to explore the forest, you will find many rare animal and plant species here. Athirappilly waterfall, Vazhachal forest region, and Thumboormuzhi dam are en route to Malakkappara. Each of these destinations is worth a visit for its enchanting beauty.
The best route to reach the Malakkappara is through Chalakkudi- Anamala road. From Chalakkudy town, the 86-kilometer drive to the destination is laden with wonders. A slow ride through the winding road is at once exciting and rejuvenating. You can feel all your stress draining away with each hour spent in the bosom of mother nature.
