PEECHI DAM is located just 7km from Pattikkad. This dam project started as an irrigation project, offers boating facilities at the reservoir. Peechi is a fascinating picnic spot. Boating is permitted in the reservoir and on lucky days one can see wild tuskers on the forested banks, part of which forms a wildlife sanctuary. Built across the Manali River, the dam is a vast catchment area of nearly 3200 acres with extensive botanical gardens and cascading fountains offer numerous inviting avenues for tourists. One can see tuskers on the bank of this reservoir Peechi Wildlife Sanctuary, established in 1958 has got 125Sq.Km area
The Swimming Pool at Peechi Dam offers a refreshing retreat amidst the natural beauty of Peechi. Nestled near the scenic Peechi Dam, this public pool is a popular spot for families, tourists, and locals looking to cool off and unwind. With clean, well-maintained facilities and the stunning backdrop of the dam and surrounding greenery, it's an ideal place for a relaxing swim in a tranquil setting. Whether you're looking for a leisurely dip or a fun day out, the Peechi Dam Swimming Pool provides a serene escape from the everyday hustle.
KERALA FOREST RESEARCH INSTITUTE (KFRI) is an institution of the Government of Kerala under its Science and Technology Department. The Institute is dedicated to research in tropical forestry, environment and biodiversity conservation. The vision of KFRI is to function as a Center of Excellence in tropical forestry and to provide scientific support to the State and its people on matters related to forestry, with particular emphasis on conservation, sustainable utilization and scientific management of natural resources. The Main Campus of KFRI is situated at Peechi, a sylvan location situated 20 km east of Thrissur.
The institute is located at Peechi, off NH 544 at Pattikkad. Distance from Thrissur is 23km and from Pattikkad is 9km. It is located adjacent to Peechi dam. The Kerala Engineering Research Institute (KERI) is one of the pioneering institutions of its kind in our country. It provides useful services by fulfilling needs in the field of Investigation, Testing, Hydraulic Model Studies, Consultancy, Training, Quality Control and R & D in the field of Civil Engineering and Water Resources Engineering in particular.
COLLEGE OF VETERINARY & ANIMAL SCIENCES , MANNUTHY was established in 1955 by the Government of Kerala in 1972. It was taken over by the Kerala Agricultural University as a constituent college. The college campus is spread over an area of 147 hectares and is located on the side of the National Highway NH 544 at Mannuthy about 5 km from the Thrissur town. The main objectives of the college are teaching, research and extension in the field of Veterinary and Animal Sciences.
Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is a state university for agricultural education, recognised as a State Agricultural University by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). It is situated in Vellanikkara, Kerala, India. Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) became operational since February 1st 1972 when the then existing two educational and 21 research institutions administered by the Departments of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry of the Government of Kerala,
BASILICA OF OUR LADY OF DOLOURS (PUTHAN PALLY) the biggest and tallest church in Asia, situated in the heart of the city of Thrissur. It is famous for its Gothic style architecture with an area of 25,000 square feet (2,300 m2), with exuberant interior decorations include fine specimens of murals, images of saints and scenes from the scriptures. Architect who completed the church was Ambrose Gounder.
VADAKKUNNATHAN TEMPLE one of the ancient Shiva temples, situated in the centre of Thrissur which is 13 km from Pattikad. World famous Thrissur Pooram is celebrated here every year in the month of Medam [April-May. In terms of visual splendour, the grand assembly of aparisoned elephants, amazing pyrotechnic displays, spellbinding ensembles of percussion instruments and enthusiastic crowds, there is no match for it. One can’t find a festive gathering and celebration on such a scale anywhere else. Thrissur pooram is a festival unique in its pageantry, magnitude and participation. It is not a mere temple festival in its strict sense but at the same time it is the festival of festivals of Kerala.
GURUVAYOOR TEMPLE is located just 35 km from Pattikkad . Guruvayoor Temple of Thrissur is a very important and famous pilgrimage. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped as Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. The town where this temple is located is known by the name of Thrissur Guruvayoor. The temple of Guruvayur in Trichur, Kerala is worth a visit and just a mere sight of the Lord’s idol in its grandeur is enough to make you feel pure and blessed. The temple follows a strict decorum and only Hindus are allowed inside. The temple is said to have been built by Guru (preceptor of Gods) and Vayu (God of winds). The idol is built out of a rare stone called Patala Anjana.
Thriprayar Shree Ramaswami Temple is Hindu temple situated in Triprayar in Thrissur district of Kerala state in India. The deity is Rama, the seventh incarnation of Vishnu, with four arms bearing a conch, a discus, a bow, and a garland. The temple is situated on the bank of Karuvannur river, which is called as Theevra river while flowing through Thriprayar, and presently forms a part of Canoli Canal, which connects Kozhikode and Kodungallur.
Sree Kurumba Bhagavati Temple (alternatively Kodungallur Devi Temple) is a Hindu temple at Kodungallur, Thrissur District, Kerala state, India. It is dedicated to the goddess Bhadrakali, a form of Mahakali or simply Durga or Aadi Parashakthi or Bhuvaneshwari worshipped and significantly revered in Kerala..
The Cheraman Juma Mosque is a popular pilgrim centre in Kodungallur in Thrissur district. According to hagiographical legends, it is claimed that the mosque was built in 629 CE by Malik Bin Dinar. It is claimed to be the first mosque to be built in India and the second in the world where Juma prayers were started.
The scenic beauty of ATHIRAPILLY, VAZHACHAL is located close to Pattikad and on the edge Sholayar forest ranges, just 5 kms apart . The charm of flickering water falls in the dense forests cannot be described by words. Starting from a height of approximately 80 mts to join the Chalakudy river , presents a visual extravagance to visitors.
Dream World, the state-of-the-art water theme park is situated close to the Athirappilly waterfalls and other nearby attractions of Vazhachal, Thumboormuzhy and Sholayar. The park is designed in such a way that tourists belonging to any age group can effortlessly reach all the amusement rides without much walking or climbing.