Vilangan Hills or Vilangan Kunnu, is a 50-acre (20 ha) beautiful green hillock located 5 km from the Thrissur city of Kerala state in India. Vilangaln kunnu is a popular picnic spot and recreation centre among the youngsters and old. Vilangan hill, which is covered in thick bush, gives a panoramic view of the whole Thrissur city from the top. From the top of the Vilangan hill, one could have the marvellous sight of thousands of acres of green paddy fields intercepted by water-filled kole lands, streams and verdant villages below.
The Vilangan Hills has
an open-air theatre as well as a park with amusement rides specially designed
for children. On top of the hill, there is an common where one can relax and
enjoy the view. There are special arrangements for the children with protected
playgrounds and the schools very often bring these children for picnics and day
out. Thrissur District
Tourism Promotion Council has converted the Vilangan hills into an amusement park and at present is
maintained by Thrissur
Municipal Corporation. The road to uphill is narrow and caution
should be maintained at every point, especially during the rainy season when
the Vilangan hill is at its scenic best.
The visitors should pay an entry fee at the check post of the Vilangan Hills.
Timings to entry to Vilangaln kunnu is
from 7 AM to 7 PM. The scenic beauty of Vilangan Kunnu attracts thousands of
people.
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