Kareem's Forest Park

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Sight Address : Kareem’s Forest park is situated at Puliyamkulam, near Parappa which is 23 km away east of Kanhangad town. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kareem’s Forest park is the only man-made forest in the Kerala Kareem Forest park is spread over 32 acres of land. Kareem, a native of Kasaragod, is behind this great green venture. The forest park is located in Parappa near Nileshwar and is a remarkable example for forest conservation. Similar to any other natural forest Kareem’s forest park is rich with a variety of plants and shrubs. It also gives shelter to innumerable species of birds, small wild animals and medicinal plants. The forest is frequented by people from different walks of life, environmentalists, scientists, university and Ayurveda students, and laymen for practical experience and study purpose. Mr. Kareem is also multiplying and distributing the seeds and saplings of forest trees and medicinal plants to convert the waste lands into thick forests which in turn will rejuvenate the earth. The park also offers trekking facilities for the adventure lovers.

Kareem’s Forest Park, Kasargod

HistoryEdit

Kareem’s Forest Park alias Puliyamkulam Park is globally acknowledged as an ecological miracle, is the only man made forest in Kerala, was created in 1979 by P. Abdul Kareem, an environmental activist and a nature-lover. Tourist from all over the country are visiting this park not only to enjoy the pristine beauty and pure natural environment, but also for practical experience and study purpose.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

December to April.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon & Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

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Dress Code (If Any) : Yes Edit

Dress Require: Wear dresses that matches with the color of the forest. It is better to wear dark green or brown colored dress.

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How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Local taxis are also available at cheap rates varying from Cars,Jeeps,Tourist buses.

Bus : Kasargod is well connected to other towns of the state as well as India by Motorable roads. Private and KSRTC Buses are available, local bus service system is cheap serving passengers at Rs 6 per km.

Train : Kasargod Railway Station connects the city with other major cities of the state.

Air : Mangalore International Airport in Karnataka is the nearest airport, situated at a distance of 50 km from the Kasargod.

Others : Autorickshaw : This is cheap way of transportation facility between attractions and have the minimum fare of Rs 15 and Rs 5 addidtion to every kilometers.

Things to CarryEdit

Carry items such as camera, binoculars, sun glasses, medical kit, emergency lights. Carry your own food and plenty of water because restaurant is not available near sight.

Safety / WarningEdit

Use bottled water, as tap water is not so safe even though it’s purified.
While in trains or buses, do not interact with lone strangers, or at least not more than normal, and it’s absolutely important not to eat or drink anything which they offer. However, interactions with families are considered to be safer.

HelplineEdit

Police Control Room, Kasargod : 100/ 04994-222960.
Kasargod Fire Station : 0497-2706900
Arimala Hospital & Trauma Centre Kottachery, Kanhangad Kazaragod : 04994-2702260