Kerala is never short of rivers, lakes and backwaters. In fact, It is the various forms of water bodies in Kerala that are adding to the state's beauty. And one of the most significant water body is the Chalakkudy river. Chalakkudy river is also known as the Chalakkudy Puzha. It is a beautiful river that runs through the Chalakkudy town of Thrissur District in Kerala. It is a major tourist attraction in Kerala mainly because of its scenic beauty and secondly because of the fact that it is the 5th longest river of Kerala. Thus, the Chalakkudy river has got a significant geographical connotation. The Chalakkudy river basic extends from 100 05' to 100 35' North latitude and from 760 15' to 760 55' Est longitude. And the length of the river is pretty long and it measures 145.5 Km.

The Chalakkudy river must be visited as it is one of those few rivers of Kerala which is gifted with shockingly varied vegetation. According to the report of the National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources Lucknow, the Chalakkudy river has got the maximum variety of fish species. Fishing is fun in the Chalakkudy river. You can get into fishing by the banks of the Chalakkudy river or you can simply arrange for a picnic in the midst of nature's immense beauty with your friends and family members.

The Chalakkudy river is also used for various other important purposes which will in turn contribute to the overall development of the place. In this context, the Hydro Electric Projects like Sholayar Hydro Electric Project and Peringalkuttu Hydro Electric Project and the Chalakkudy Dam Project must be mentioned. In short, it very clear from the above discussion that the Chalakkudy river has got immense significance as far as Kerala tourism, fishing, vegetation and overall developments are concerned.

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