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Bhoothathankettu
Bhoothathankettu located 50 km north east of Ernakulam town, is a
scenic dam site with boating facilities is situated in a vast virgin forest. It
is a popular picnic sport with Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary near by.
A myth
connected with the origin of this place says that this natural fortification of
forests and hills was built by Bhoothams (spirit/ghosts) overnight. Hence the
name Bhoothathankettu (fort of the spirits). Later, this natural topography helped
in building a dam here.
Lying close to Bhoothathankettu is the Salim Ali
Bird Sanctuary at Thattekkad . Trekking through the forests here is an exhilarating
experience for adventure lovers.
Two of the main irrigation projects of
Ernakulam district - the Periyar Valley Irrigation Project and the Idamalayar
Irrigation Project - are also located nearby.
How
to Reach
Nearest railway station: Ernakulam junction, about 50 km
away.
Nearest airport: Kochi international airport about 26 km from
Ernakulam town.
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