Punnathur Aanakotta, Elephant sanctuary in Chavakkad, India
The Punnathur Aanakotta sanctuary extends across 11.5 acres of coconut groves, providing a natural habitat for approximately 60 temple elephants.
The facility originated as Punnathurkotta palace, which belonged to the Punnathur Raja before being transformed into an elephant care center.
The elephants participate in temple ceremonies at Guruvayoor, including the Gajapooja ritual where the animals receive offerings and blessings.
Visitors can access the sanctuary daily between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with an entrance fee of 250 rupees per person.
The sanctuary maintains a specialized training school for mahouts within a traditional rectangular structure called naalu kettu.
Location: Chavakkad
Address: J27H+MVC, Guruvayur, Kerala 680505, India
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:00-17:00
Phone: +914872556004
GPS coordinates: 10.61427,76.03006
Latest update: March 25, 2025 08:32
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