Attractions

Punnathur Kotta

Punnathur Kotta, also known as Anakkotta or Elephant Fort, is a historic former palace and fort located approximately 3 km from the Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Thrissur District, Kerala. Originally belonging to the Punnathur Raja of the Kingdom of Kochi, the site now serves as the largest center for captive elephants in India. The sanctuary houses temple elephants donated by devotees and functions as a training ground for mahouts, preserving an important aspect of Kerala's cultural and religious heritage.