Malampuzha Dam

The dam was conceived as a multi-purpose project to provide water for irrigation, drinking, industries, power generation, fish farming and water transport. However, plans for water transport were dropped from the initial phase itself, and later, boating services for leisure were started. Soon after the inauguration of the dam, Palakkad and Malampuzha became a part of the newly formed Kerala State. The Kerala Government started the Malampuzha Gardens on the front side of the dam. Later, various other features were added like the Rock Gardens, an aquarium, Snake Park and Rope Way.

Malampuzha Garden is a beautifully landscaped garden on the front side of the Malampuzha Dam. It is full of lush green lawns with well laid-out flower beds. There are pathways to watch and enjoy a variety of fountains and marvelous sculptures, including the famous Yakshi sculpture created by Sri. Kanayi Kunhiraman. There is a canal flowing through the middle of the garden, which has 2 hanging bridges above it. The ropeway moves across the garden giving an unforgettable aerial view of the garden. Boating Facility is available in the Garden. The dam and the garden is illuminated at nights on Weekends and Public Holidays.
There is a swimming pool in the Garden, which is open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The pool will be closed for Lunch Break from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, and only ladies will be permitted from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. The pool is safe for people of all age groups, and all necessary security gadgets are available. While going for swimming, bags and other belongings can be kept in a safety locker, which is charged at Rs. 15 per locker. (A refundable amount of Rs. 100 is to be paid as caution deposit for using the Swimming Pool Locker). The entire garden is under video surveillance under the Tourism Police.
Getting there
Nearest railway station: Palakkad Railway Station, about 10 km
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 118 km
Google map coordinates: RMWG+Q5 Malampuzha-I, Kerala