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Introduction:
Bhoothathankettu is a beautiful city of dams in Kerala located near the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. A beautiful example of Kerala wildlife, it is the idyllic retreat for tourists who are looking for serenity and isolation. A tour to Bhoothathankettu will reveal the captivating beauty of the Kerala forests. The trekking trails in the forests will surely be an exciting experience for the adventure freaks.
According to legends, the forests and the surrounding hills of this place were built by Bhoothams or the spirits and hence it got the name, Bhoothathankettu. The natural topography of the forest helped in construction of dams in this region. Take a tour to Bhoothathankettu and enjoy the exciting boat rides in the dams of Bhoothathankettu.
How to Reach:
Nearest Airport: Cochin Airport: 26km
Nearest Railway Station: Ernakulam Railway Station is 50km away from Bhoothathankettu.
Tourist Attractions:
Bhoothathankettu in Kerala attracts a number of tourists every year. Plan a tour to Bhoothathankettu and explore the virgin forests of this place. The forest of this city is the home to a number of unique species of birds and animals.
However the major tourist attraction of Bhoothathankettu is the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary near Thattekad.
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary:
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary in Thattekad near Bhoothathankettu is the nesting grounds of a vast number of avian species. From the migratory birds to the colorful Indian species, the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary in Kerala draws a number of tourists. It has a number of rare species like the Black-winged Kites, Night Herons, Falcons, Crimson-Throated Barbets, Bee-eaters, Sunbirds, Grey Jungle Fowls, Shrikes, White-Breasted Water Hens, Hornbills, Ceylon Frog Moths, Rose-billed Rollers and Blue-winged Parakeets.
A tour to Bhoothathankettu will introduce you to this beautiful place nestled in the lap of nature and make your holidays a memorable episode.
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