Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary is located seven kilometers northeast of Thirunelli town. The hill is 32 kilometers away from the district headquarters of Kalpetta. The hill lies 1740 m above sea level.
Papanasini River flows from
Brahmagiri hill and irrigates the area. This river is believed to have the capacity to wash away all sins as the word 'papa' means
sin and 'nashini' means
destroy in Malayalam. ==Attractions==