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Bhoothathankettu Dam
Named after a mythical demon (bhootham) in local legend. The dam’s reservoir and rocky riverbanks offer a scenic stop combining easy access. The same forest habitat that makes the adjoining Thattekad sanctuary one of Kerala’s best birding destinations. Bhoothathankettu Dam is typically explored in about 2-3 hours. The best time to visit is October to March. Nearby points of interest include Periyar River Boating Point, Bhoothathankettu Dam View Point. Thattekad Bird Sanctuary. Other notable highlights include scenic boat ride across Periyar reservoir waters.
Bird Sanctuary
Set up in 1983 on land bordering the Periyar river. The sanctuary’s mix of evergreen and semi-evergreen forest supports well over 300 recorded. Bird species, drawing serious birders from across India and abroad. Particularly during the dry-season months when sightings are easiest. Bird Sanctuary sits at an elevation of 303 m. Is typically explored in about 1 day. The most favourable months to visit are December, January, February, and March. Conditions are best suited for sightseeing.
Idamalayar Dam
Idamalayar Dam is a multipurpose concrete gravity dam located at Ennakkal between Ayyampuzha and Bhoothathankettu in Ernakulam district of Kerala on the Idamalayar, a tributary of the Periyar River in Kerala, South India.
Popular Routes
Athirappilly Falls → Thattekad
The distance from Athirappilly Falls to Thattekad is about 28 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Roads remain the primary mode of transport. The primary roads are NH 47, NH 49, NH 17 and NH 212 and are all National Highways.
Perumbavoor → Thattekad
The distance from Perumbavoor to Thattekad is about 31 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Roads remain the primary mode of transport. The primary roads are NH 47, NH 49, NH 17 and NH 212 and are all National Highways.
Munnar → Thattekad
The distance from Munnar to Thattekad is about 50 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Roads remain the primary mode of transport. The primary roads are NH 47, NH 49, NH 17 and NH 212 and are all National Highways.
Kochi → Thattekad
The distance from Kochi to Thattekad is about 66 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). Roads remain the primary mode of transport. The primary roads are NH 47, NH 49, NH 17 and NH 212 and are all National Highways.
Bengaluru → Thattekad
The distance from Bengaluru to Thattekad is about 413 km by road, roughly 8.5 hours (estimated). Roads remain the primary mode of transport. The primary roads are NH 47, NH 49, NH 17 and NH 212 and are all National Highways.
Chennai → Thattekad
The distance from Chennai to Thattekad is about 636 km by road, roughly 12.5 hours (estimated). Roads remain the primary mode of transport. The primary roads are NH 47, NH 49, NH 17 and NH 212 and are all National Highways.
Getting to Thattekad
Thattekad is reachable by road, rail and air.
Athirappilly Falls
Perumbavoor
Munnar
Kochi
Bengaluru
Chennai
Nearest Airport
Cochin International Airport (COK), about 33 km
Nearest Railway Station
Angamaly railway station, about 36 km
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1 Day in Thattekad
1 DayA one-day plan for Thattekad covering Idamalayar Dam, Bhoothathankettu Dam and Reservoir and Thattekad Bird Sanctuary.
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