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Jain Temple
Built in 13th century

Sultan Bathery Jain Temple: (24 kms from Kalpetta, 12 kms from Sultan Bathery,
41 kms from Mananthavadi) This temple is one of the most important
amongst a series of Jain ruins spread across the state of Kerala, testify to
a period of a strong Jain presence in this region. Believed to have been
built in the 13th century, it served as a Hindu shrine, an important centre
for commercial activity and eventually as a battery (ammunition store) for
Tipu Sultan’s marching armies.
Pazhassi Park: (33 kms from Kalpetta, 40 kms from Sultan Bathery, 2 kms
from Mananthavadi) A recreational project, Pazhassi Park comprises of a
children’s play area and boating facilities on the Mananthavady river.
Regional Agricultural Research Station: (25 kms from Kalpetta, 10 kms from
Sultan Bathery, 42 kms from Mananthavadi) The Regional Agricultural
Research Station located in Ambalavayal town is part of the Kerala
Agricultural University. This station conducts research on spices, tropical
and sub tropical fruits, vegetables and hill paddy. RARS also has a nursery
with a large collection of rare roses and ornamental plants. Visiors can
purchase seeds and saplings the Sales Counter.
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