About Kareem's Forest Park
Kareem's Forest Park is India's first private man-made forest, created by environmentalist Abdul Kareem since 1977. Located in Puliyamkulam near Parappa in Kasaragod district, this 32-acre eco-tourism destination transformed barren rocky wasteland into a lush forest with diverse flora and fauna. The park features medicinal plants, native trees, streams, and serves as a sanctuary for nature lovers, researchers, and students.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a dense man-made forest with walking trails, bamboo bridges, and small streams. The park contains approximately 1,500 medicinal plants and 2,000 varieties of trees along with rare birds and small wild animals. Activities include nature walks, bird watching, fishing, kayaking, and bamboo rafting. There is a small play area for children and opportunities to observe the diverse ecosystem created over decades.
Key highlights
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India's first private man-made forest created by Abdul Kareem
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32 acres of transformed barren land into lush greenery
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Home to 1,500 medicinal plants and 2,000 tree varieties
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Nature walks, bird watching, and eco-tourism activities
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Bamboo bridges and walking trails through dense forest
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Small stream with fishing and water activities
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Educational site for environmentalists and Ayurveda students
History of Kareem's Forest Park
Created by Abdul Kareem who returned from UAE in 1977 and purchased 5 acres of barren rocky land for Rs 3,750. Over 30 years, he transformed the wasteland into a 32-acre forest by planting native trees and medicinal plants, creating India's first private man-made forest sanctuary.
Culture & Context
The park serves as an educational resource for environmentalists, scientists, university students, and Ayurveda practitioners. It demonstrates successful forest conservation and restoration, inspiring similar initiatives across India.
Route
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