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Chettuva in Thrissur is where the river, backwaters and sea meet, with small islands, mangrove forests and the remains of an old Dutch fort to explore.
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Walking across the swaying bridge from Thumboormuzhi to Ezhattumugham, with the weir spilling below.
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The nature village at Ezhattumugham — shaded paths, bamboo, river views and benches every few steps.
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Slides, wave pool and a lazy river — how we planned a theme park day around the Athirappilly falls.
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Vilangan Kunnu is a green hill right next to Thrissur town, with wide views over the Kol paddy fields and one of the best sunset spots near the city.
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What Charpa looks like in April — fewer people, thin silver streams and a quiet forest road.
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A simple Kerala lunch at a small roadside eatery on the Athirappilly road — nothing fancy, all homely.
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A long riverside lunch near Ezhattumugham — pearl spot fry, kappa and a view of the rapids.