Palakkad is a beautiful place but there are several other places to see near this scenic town. Most of these places are great visual treat and give the rustic feel of Kerala. In fact, your Palakkad travel is incomplete without visiting them. Some popular destinations for visiting near Palakkad are Kunchan Smarakam Fort, Silent Valley National Park, Thrithala, Manglam Dam, Attappady, and Dhoni Hills.Often called as Palakkad Fort, it is one of the best preserved forts in South India. The fort is a protected monument and is under the surveillance of the Archaeological Survey of India. Tipu Sultan Fort was built by Haider Ali in 1790.