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The district of Palakkad known as the granary of Kerala, is a land of valleys, hillocks, rivers, forests, mountain streams, dams and irrigation projects. Situated at the foot of the Western Ghats, this is the gateway to Kerala from the North. Palakkad derives its name from the Malayalam words Pala (Alsteria scholaris) and Kadu (forest) which goes to prove that this place was once a beautiful stretch of forests covered with the sweet scented flowers of the Pala tree. Palghat is one of the few districts in Kerala that does not boast of having a seacoast.

Kerala's second longest river, Bharathapuzha, flows through this district. During the summer, its wide sandy bed mostly remains dry. Being too shallow and rocky for water transport, the Bharathapuzha has little commercial significance but holds a special place in the culture of the State.
Palakkad isn't just a natural grandeur at its colorful best. What renders it more romance is its historical background. The great warrior Tipu Sultan left us an impressive Fort. Palakkad plays host to a variety of festivals and art forms that are unique and fascinating.