Bhoothathankettu, a scenic dam site with boating facilities is
situated in a vast virgin forest. 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 exhiliarating experience.
The two main irrigation projects of Ernakulam district - the Periyar
Valley Irrigation Project and the Idamalayar, one of the biggest Hydro
Electric projects are also located nearby.
A very popular picnic spot, the dam has a children's park, a pedal boating centre and a restaurant.
Contact details:
DTPC, Ernakulam, Ph:
+91 484 2367334
Nearest railway station: Aluva, about 44 km and Ernakulam Junction, about 58 km
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 37 km
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