Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
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Kadalundi bird sanctuary is located at kadalundi, Malappuram district, Kerala, India. Kadalundi bird sanctuary is the haven giving shelter to more than a hundred varieties of native birds. Every year, over 60 species of migratory birds congregate here in large numbers. Blessed with dense leafy vegetation, silver streams and landscaped surroundings, a tour to Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is a treat to all bird lovers.From chirping songs of birds to the colorful vistas of the forested land, a travel to Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is an unforgettable experience.This is a bird sanctuary spread over a group of islands in an area dotted with hillocks in the estuary of the Kadalundi river Besides species of birds.This sanctuary is blessed with natural resources. The Kadalundipuzha empties into the Arabian Sea here. The climate here, too, is very favourable for a day’s visit.This place has adopted several scientific methods that avoid any harm and facilitate the habits and habitats of the innumerable birds flocking into the sanctuary every year. The sanctuary is also known for a wide variety of Fish, Mussels and Crabs. Birds like woodpecker, black bulbul, jungle fowl, laughing thrush, myna, kingfisher and peafowl. Terns, Gulls, Herons, Sandpipers, Whimbrels, and other migratory birds flock the place from the month of November and return only by the end of April. Trekking, photography, picnicking and many other activities can be done here.Around February – April, you can see loads of migratory birds flocking to the estuary and mangroves here. |
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| Address: Kadalundi , Malappuram district Kerala, India |
| District: Malappuram district |
| Nearest City: Kadayanallur, Khozikode and Malapurram. |
| Best time to visit: December to May. |
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Climate is Humaid and Tropical. And the Temparature in Summer32.6 °C and in Winter21.4°C. |
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| You can see find, wide variety of fish, mussels and crabs, Trekking, photography, picnicking and many other activities you acn do here, Watch different kind of birds here. |
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Thikkoti Light House: Thikkoti Light House is situated in Calicut. It is one of the most interesting monuments that can be found in India. There is a very interesting history concerning Thikkoti Light House. According to the history, Thikkoti Light House was built on the remains of a shipwreck that was from a boat that crashed near the rocky shore. Kozhikode Beach: Whenever you travel to Calicut in India, there are many BirdsSanctuary there that are perfect for a romantic setting. Kozhikode Beach is one of these BirdsSanctuary and you can be sure that the romantic scene will be coupled with the beautiful sunsets on the piers of Kozhikode Beach. Kottakkal: This small town, 13 Kms from Malappuram is the home of the famed Kottakkal Arya Vaidyasala, one of the pioneer institutions of Ayurveda in India. Ayurveda, Indian’s unique science of life and medicine, has a major role in attracting tourists to Kerala. In a large number of cases, Ayurveda is responsible for persuading foreign travelers to visit the State. Kadalundi River: Kadalundi River is situated 20km, away from city, Malappuram district. It originates from the Western Ghats at the western border of the Silent Valley and flows through the district of Malappuram. It has two main tributaries namely Olipuzha and Veliyar. |
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Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station |
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Nearest Airport: Karipur International Airport |
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Road Transport: The district of Malappuram is well connected to all the major towns Kerala by the road from where Kozhikode is 50 Km and Palakkad is 90 Km. |
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Nedumkayam: this place is Just 18 Kms away from Nilambur where the rain forest flourish, elephants and other wild animals can be viewed from the wooden rest house built by the British. An elephant-taming center, which still attracts visitors from all climes, Half an hour drive through the dense forests, leads to Mancherri, the settlement of Chola Naikars, a primitive tribe. Padinharekkara: This Padinharekara, the lovely beach is close to Ponnani and at the end point of the Tippu Sultan road. It offers a breath taking view of the confluence of the river Bharathapuzha and Tirurpuzha with the Arabian sea. Perinthalmanna: 20 Kms from Malappuram is another cultural center in the district. The Thali temple is located about 3 Kms west of Agadipuram as the way to Malappuram from Perinthalmanna. The Thirumandhamkunnu temple is dedicated to goddess Durga. Tanur: The small coastal fishing town of Tanur has one of the earliest Portuguese settlements, situated 8 Kms from Tirur. It is believed that St. Francis Xavier visited the place in 1546. PONNANI: Ponnani, the coastal town is famous for trade from ancient times. Now it gains importance as a prominent fishing centre Ponnani is also famous for the ancient Muslim mosque. MANJERI: Manjeri is a city and a municipality in Malappuram district in the Indian state of Kerala. It is the commercial capital of Malappuram district and is 25 km from Calicut International Airport and 50 km from Kozhikode railway station. It was a live centre of the National movement. Thirunavaya: This Thirunavaya is just 8 km from the city, This one of those places that has gone down the history of Kerala. This has remained the venue for the ancient but popular traditional event called Mamankam. This unique performance that ultimately led to the choosing of a suitable ruler for Kerala. Tirurangadi: Tirurangadi was an important center of the Khilaphath movement, the national movement and the Malabar Rebellion. It was the Tirurangadi incident on 20th August 1921, that ignited the out-break of Malabar Rebellion. |
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Petrol Pump Kottooli Petrol Pump Kovoor Petrol Pump Petrol Pump Reliance Petrol Pump Petrol pump Changuvetty |
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Hotel Asma Tower Hotel Kadavu Resort Taj Residency Hotel Sagar Hotel Span Hotel Hotel Alakapuri |
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Police Station: Nallalam Police Station City Trafiic Police Station Nadakkavu Police Station Chevayur Police Station Tirur Police Station Police Station |
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Nearest Hospital: Baby Memorial Hospital Calicut Medical College Hospital MIMS Hospital PVS Hospital Ashoka Hospital |
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| Vallikunnu Beach |
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| Malappuram City |
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| Poonthanam Illam |
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| Jamat Mosque |
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| Kadalundy River |
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| Adyanpara Waterfall |
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