Pilikula Nisarg Dham is being developed as a one-day outing destination into nature - lake, water park, zoo and science centre - essentially a fun place for family and friends.
Where? 15 kms away from Mangalore (Karnataka) in Vamanjoor area.
[ On 23 Dec 2007, Brajesh, Hrishikesh and myself (right to left in the pic) enjoyed our half-day tour of Pilikula and hoped to return soon, this time prepared for the water amusement park as well. ]
What All? Pilikula has a:
Lake – (timings:1000 – 1800; Rs 10; camera Rs 25; video camera Rs 100)
As the guide would wax eloquently: A serene lake surrounded by manicured lawns at its periphery of 1 km to take a stroll around or rest under the cool shades of a tree and watch the ducks frolic or better still peddle boat (Rs 40 for 2-seater; Rs 60 for 4-seater). The place is well-frequented on Saturday and Sunday by lovers and college folks. However, a good eatery is missing here.
Biological Park – (timings: 0930-1730; Tuesday closed; same charges as above).
The zoo is small but sufficient for rekindling the childish chuckles even as the place gets
swarmed with pupils from several schools, and teachers trying to present some resemblance of order amongst them.For your eyes only:
CATS: Wild cat, civet cat, Jungle cat, leopard, tiger.
SNAKES: Rattle, pit viper, cobra, russel viper, krait
AQUA: Crocodiles, Common Indian Monitor, tortoise
TERRA: Black buck, deers and sambars
Manasa Water Park – (Rs 190/- and same as above for Cameras). This we did not got to see as we were not.. ahem..well-equipped. (sigh!) But considering the number of private buses that had queued up outside its gate and lively music being played, it must have been good (alas!).
Science Centre and Golf Club are two more features of this area.
How to reach? Bus No. 3 from Mangalore (It sports a big Yellow Tiger logo with ‘Pilikula’ underneath it.)
Advice (Basically everything we did not do) -
1) Carry a decent hat (Sun shines hardest on those who fume the most)
2) Be prepared for thirst (Lake's water is not potable and therefore neither is sold bottlewater ;-))
3) Carry some sports items like frisbee, softball.
4) And most importantly, there is little point in coming out this
far by bus, braving the heat and not enjoying the Manasa Water Park (and concomitants). So, carry an extra pair of clothings, and adequate cash.Hope you pals have a great time.
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