Peruvannamoozhy, a scenic village
located 60 km from Perambra in Kozhikode, Kerala has been included in the list
of eco-tourism destinations in Kerala with the Tourism Minister inaugurating
the eco-tourism project here on August 10, 2008. This 130.70 million rupee
project at Peruvannamoozhy site being implemented by Pannikkottur Vana
Samrakshana Samiti and is funded by Kerala Tourism. There is a dam at
Peruvannamoozhy. The Peruvannamoozhy dam site set amid hills is a beautiful
picnic spot.The region offers immense scope for picnicking. Janakikadu near
Peruvannamoozhy is a thick forest which attracts thousands of tourists every
year.There is a wide variety of birds in this forest.
An ecological hotspot in the
Western Ghats, the eco tourism destination of Peruvannamoozhy is home to over
680 species of rare plants. The facilities available here include wild animal
rehabilitation centre, bird sanctuary, crocodile farm, Snake Park, spice
garden, trekking and boating. The reservoir here provides facilities for
speedboat and rowboat cruises. There is a beautiful garden called Smaraka
Thottam,which is built in the memory of the freedom fighters of the region.
Uninhabited islands add to the charm of the place.
Peruvannamoozhy is a fascinating
eco tourism centre is the water spread area of Peruvannamuoozhy reservoir in
Kozhikode district. It is an excellent area for understanding the conservation
benefits provided by forests.Rich in wildlife, birdlife and butterfly
population, the area is an ideal location for nature enthusiasts. The
irrigation dam and the garden nearby are added attractions. As part of eco
tourism initiatives; the following facilities have been created:
As such, the dams and water
reservoirs of Kerala are being planned to be turned into tourist hotspots under
the eco-tourism initiatives of Kerala Tourism. A committee has been formed for
this purpose with the Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Water
Resources, in the lead. The plan proposes to execute the development of basic
facilities in fifty odd eco tourism centres in Kerala including
Peruvannamoozhy. The quarters near such reservoirs and dams will be modified
into hotels with all modern amenities.
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