Moreover there is another attraction , a national park called Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary is situated near to the dam and the reservoir. It's a sanctuary established in 1984 , which is on the western slopes of Nelliyampathi Hills. The highest peak in the sanctuary is Punda peak. The sanctuary consist of the watershed areas of Kurumali river and Muplyam river. To visit the sanctuary , permission should be obtained from wild life warden of Peechi division. It also offers trekking path for the adventure travelers. People can stay at inspection bungalow if they need. It is one of the world’s 25 bio-diversity hot-spots, the haven of innumerable species of endangered plants and animals.

On the way - NH 47

On the way - Agricultural lands

Chimmini Dam - All the shutters are opened

During 2011 September , I visited Chimmini dam. It was a family pleasure trip , just after the Thiruvonam (National festival of Kerala) day. My DSLR was just one month old during this time and I was learning the techniques of it. The atmosphere was cloudy when we reached the location. It started to drizzle when we were seeing the reservoir from the top of the dam. The view was really beautiful while being there. We didn't visit the wildlife sanctuary as it required prior permission and our intention was only for an evening trip.

View of the Chimmini Dam Reservoir

On the way back

Tile Factory - Snap on Return

Nearest railway station: Thrissur, about 41 km  

Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 58 km from Thrissur town