Peruvannamuzhi Dam is located in Kozhikode district and is large enough to satisfy the irrigation needs of the districts Kozhikode, Malappuram and Kannur. It is also used for generating electricity. It is also an ideal place for picnicking. There is an artificial lake where one can take bath. Boating is possible in the reservoir. Speed boat as well as rowboat services are available. While boating you can see a garden which is built in memory of the great freedom fighters of our nation. It is called as the ‘Smaraka Thottam’.
The other attractions include bird sanctuary and a crocodile farm. Numerous small islands can be seen near the dam of which some are converted as bird sanctuaries. These bird sanctuaries houses more than 90 different varieties of birds. The peacocks found here are very famous. Huge crocodile are seen in the crocodile park. It is suggested to visit this place during the summer season for boating. Make sure that you reach early as the entry is up to 6 pm. Timing : 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
| How to Reach | ||
| District | : | Kozhikode |
| Nearest Bus Station | : | Perambra bus station / Kozhikode bus station |
| Nearest Railway Station | : | Kozhikode railway station at a distance of 60 kms |
| Nearest Airport | : | Karipur International Airport at a distance of 85 kms |
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