Situated on the lower hills of the Western ghats at a distance of about 10kms from Palakkad, is the famous picnic spot Malampuzha which comprises a dam, a beautifully landscaped garden with swimming pool, children's park etc. Malampuzha dam is a large irrigation dam built on the river Bharathapuzha. Known as the Vrindavan of Kerala, the Japanese style garden with lush green lawns, innumerable flower beds, pools, fountains and avenues gives a touch of exotic charm to the landscape. The main attraction of Malampuzha garden is an imposing concrete sculpture of 'Yakshi' done by the renowned artiste Kanai Kunhiraman. The water reservoir in the middle of the lush green garden is ideal for boating and fishing.

Other attractions here are the hanging bridge across the river, passenger ropeway, rock garden, a road train for amusement ride on wheels, telescope tower that provides a terrestrial view upto 40 miles, fresh water aquarium and snake park.