വയനാട്ടിലെ കണ്ടു ആസ്വദിക്കാനുള്ള സുന്ദരമായ സ്ഥലങ്ങളും ,ഹോട്ടലുകളും റെസ്റ്ററെന്റുകളും അവിടേക്ക് പോവാനുള്ള ഗതാഗത മാർഗ്ഗവും ദൂരവും ചെറുവിവരണങ്ങളും സഞ്ചാരികൾക്കു ഉപകാരപ്രദമാകും വിധം നൽകുന്നതിന് വേണ്ടിയാണു ഞങ്ങളുടെ ശ്രമം ദയവു ചെയ്തു സഹകരിക്കുക .
“Home to fascinating legends, mysterious mountain caves, hidden treasures, aborigine tribes, tree houses, jungle trails and exotic wild life, this little known district of Kerala is the perfect setting for a hundred great adventures! “
This 14-km. road from Wayanad to Kozhikode has sharp turns & offers panoramic lookout points.
EDAKKAL CAVE
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Situated in the Ambukuthy Mountain, the Edakkal Cave is a stunning structure. With a length and width of 96ft and 22ft respectively, the cave is a delight to tourists. The walls are adorned with intriguing carvings that will take your breath away, and archaeology enthusiasts will love the intricate designs and elements of this creation. The history of Wayanad, and even the entirety of Kerala is said to have been covered in these beautiful carvings, and they prove to be one of the best tourist spots of Wayanad.
KURUVA ISLAND
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The most popular tourist location of Wayanad district is the Kuruva Island. People from all over the country are attracted to the dense forest surrounding the island situated amidst the tributaries of River Kabani. Kuruva Island is only occupied by rare birds, flora and herbs that are a sight to sore eyes. This quaint retreat from the busy city life is a place of profound peacefulness and tranquillity. It is found 40kms west of Sulthan Bathery.
CHEMBRA PEAK
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveclick to add a captionThe Chembra peak is the highest peak in Wayanad and is located at a height of 2100 meters above the sea level. It is the best tourist place for nature lovers to adore its beauty and offers bewildering treks for adventurous souls. The peak is visible from almost all parts of Wayanad and the major attraction is the natural heart shaped lake atop the hill. You can take a glimpse of Kozhikode, Nilgiris and Malappuram districts from the here.Trekking Charges: INR 500 for 10 members and INR 1000 for international tourists
MUTHANGA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveMUTHANGA WILDLIFE SANCTUARYLocated in the east of Sulthan Bathery, the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary is extremely close to the border of Karnataka. Wild forests house the most popular species of animals like the spotted deer, elephant, bison, wild bear, cheetah, tiger and the likes. Elephant rides are provided by the Forest Department to the tourists.
PAZHASSI RAJA TOMB
📷📷Left Centre RightRemovePAZHASSI RAJA TOMBThis popular tourist picnic spot of north Wayanad is the home of an attractive aquarium amidst a lush surrounding. Boating facilities are available at the resort, and the tall, brooding trees and shrubs are one of the most alluring features of this region. Pazhassi is the cremation point of Pazhassi Raja, who was known as the Lion of Kerala since he was the one who initiated the guerrilla warfare against the East India Company. He was cremated in 1805 at this spot.
LAKKIDI
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveLAKKIDI Perched upon Thamarassery, one of the highest hills of Wayanad, Lakkidi is a favourite of tourists. With the view of the entirety of Wayanad, Lakkidi also provides scenic beauty like never before. Streams, vegetation, the view of rich mountains and dense valleys of this peak are amidst a blanket of forests that keep it a warm and quaint location for a retreat. Take your hiking shoes and go ahead to enjoy the scenery of this area.
SOOCHIPPAARA WATERFALLS
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveSOOCHIPPAARAThese gushing waterfalls run down from a height of 100 to 300 meters, dropping into the pool, which is widely used for rafting, swimming and even lounging in the water at times. There are tree top huts around the region, and they prove to be a delight to the eyes. The view of the deep valleys of the Western Ghats when combined with the Soochippara Waterfalls is of much peace to the soul. Tourists love to take a sleepy retreat in this area and enjoy the amazing view and surrounding of the waterfalls.
MEENMUTTY WATER FALLS
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveMEEN MUTTYMeenmutty derives its name from ‘Meen’ that means fish and ‘Muty’ that means blocked which means blocking the fishes. One of the most splendid Wayanad tourist places, this is amongst the best waterfalls in Kerala. It is located on the Ooty road at a height of 300 meters. And, if in Kalpetta then the waterfalls is just 29 kilometers.
BANASURA SAGAR DAM
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveBANASURA DAMThe second largest of its kind in entire Asia, Banasura Dam is a distinguished place to visit in Wayanad. It is located amidst the Western Ghats at a distance of about 21 Kilometers from Kalpetta. One of the serene wonders of nature’s work can be found in the picturesque view of mountain folds that lies in the backdrop of the dam, situated at the foothills of Banasura.
BATHERY JAIN TEMPLE
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveJAIN TEMPLE(TIPPU'S FORT)The temple is the most important amongst the series of Jain ruins spread across the state of Kerala. Bethray Jain Temple is generally termed as Tipu’s Fort which was built around 13th century. During the reign of the famous King Tipu Sultan, he saved the ammunition in this fort which led to this name of the temple.Visiting Hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
NEELIMALA VIEW POINT
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveNEELIMALA VIEW POINTOne of the most enchanting point in Wayanad offers an awe-inspiring view of the lush green valleys and Meenmutty falls. Neelima point is close to Vuduvanchal that can be reached easily from Kalpetta and Sultan Bathrey. Club your trip with the falls and temple and your itinerary can create wonders for nature lovers.
POOKOD LAKE
📷📷Left Centre RightRemovePOOKOD LAKEThe picture-perfect Pookot Lake is only 3 Kilometers before Vythri. The artistic place has got a nice playground in its periphery. Pookot Lake is packed with tourists for boating in the explicit waters of the lake. The Wayanad sightseeing is incomplete if you miss this heavenly place for sure. There is a Sita Devi Temple and Sunrise valley in close proximity to the lake.
PAKSHI PAATHALAM BIRD SANCTUARY
📷📷Left Centre RightRemovePAKSHI PAATHALAM BIRD SANCTUARYNature lovers and adventure enthusiasts find the places to visit in Wayanad beautiful and they seek for reasons to linger and extend their holidays. One such place in Wayanad every nature lover would love is Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary. It is one of the most important bird sanctuaries in Kerala. Bird watching is a common activity done by the locals as well as tourists here. Ornithologists are found in plenty who come to know more about the world of rare birds. The virgin forests create the protection for these rare species of birds. The pathways leading to the sanctuary is a suitable place for trekking in Wayanad which let the tourists watch lush greenery, streams and hills. Edible Nest Swift Light is the main reason behind the fame this sanctuary has achieved. Inside the sanctuary, there is the nest which is made of solidified saliva and it is used to make bird’s nest soup. Within the boundaries of the bird sanctuary, one can find a temple and a watchtower to help the tourists to come and go out of the sanctuary easily
PHANTOM ROCK
📷📷Left Centre RightRemovePHANTOM ROCKAnother fascinating Waynard tourist places which is a must see attraction for you is the Phantom Rock. Phantom Rock (Cheengeri Mala) is a prestigious place that is as one of a kind as its names. It's an archeological ponder that can be not really seen anyplace else on the planet. The stone is normally thrown in the state of the apparition skull and henceforth is well known by the name of Phantom Rock everywhere throughout the world.The beautiful place is 26 km far from Kalpetta and can be come to by trekking on the tight paths. Like different spots of Wayanad, Cheengeri Mala is likewise one of the most loved spots for trekkers and explorers. The pleasant rock is standing tall at a rise of 2600 m over the ocean level and is encompassed by the rich greenery; it's a picture perfect place for those who are looking for peace and solitude
THIRUNELLI TEMPLE
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveTHIRUNELLI TEMPLEAn ancient temple which is famous all over Kerala and other states of India is Thirunelli Temple located in Wayanad on the side of Brahmagiri hills. It is dedicated to Lord Maha Vishnu. One of the major features of the temple is its location at an altitude of around 900 meters in a valley completely bounded by mountains and forest ranges. But there is no proper records of the exact dates of its establishment. But it is one of the most visited pilgrim centre in Wayanad and an important religious place for the majority of population in South India. The name Thirunelli comes from the words nelli which is given to the tree of gooseberry. There is also a belief that there are Puranas in which the temple is mentioned. There are a lot of legends existing related to this temple which are coming from the ancient mythology texts of Hindus.
THOLPETTY WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveTHOLPETTY WILDLIFE SANCTUARYThe Tholpetty wildlife sanctuary, located in the northern side of Wayanad, beckons you to explore its vast dense regions and engage in a wildlife safari.The wildlife jeep safari at the sanctuary offers splendid opportunities to spot various animal and bird species in their natural habitat.The safari usually lasts between 2-4 hours and takes place twice a day from 7am to 9am and 3pm to 5pm and experienced guides from the forest department will be by your side at all times.The other amazing attractions of the region include a lake, where animals usually come up to quench their thirst during the summer.The prime season for this sanctuary starts from the month of November and extends till the month of May.
KANTHANPAARA WATERFALLS
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveKANTHANPAARA WATERFALLSThe Kanthanpara Waterfalls is situated south-east of the town of Kalpetta, which is around 8 km from Meppadi. This waterfall drops from a height of more than 30 metres. It is a comfortable hiking place, located close to the main road connecting Kalpetta. This is also a suitable picnic spot which can be reached by taxis or auto rickshaws from Kalpetta and Meppadi.
CHETHALAYAM WATERFALLS
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveCHETHALAYAM WATERFALLSChethalayam Waterfalls is located at Vaduvanchal which is about 12 km from Sulthan Bathery. These waterfalls usually dry up during the summer months, but are ideal trekking trails. Offering beautiful views, it lies on the main road connecting Pulpally. This waterfall is situated close to the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary which is inhabited by the spotted deer, sambhar, gaur, elephants and sloth bear, amongst others.
KARLAD LAKE
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveKARLAD LAKEKarlad Lake is located in Thariode, which is around 16 km away from Kalpetta. This is the second largest freshwater lake in the state, which is quite popular among nature enthusiasts for its peaceful environs.The 7 acres land surrounding this lake is a popular picnic spot, where boating can also be done. This lake is surrounded by dense bamboo groves that are perfect trekking trails for reaching the Pallikkunnu Church.Banasura Sagar Dam is situated around 3 km away from the Karlad Lake. There is a Karlad Tourism Centre at this place which comprises a facilitation centre, dormitories, a heritage village and a restaurant.
KRISHNAGIRI CRICKET SATDIUM
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveCRICKET STADIUMKrishnagiri Stadium is a cricket stadium in Wayanad in the Indian state of Kerala. It holds up to 20,000 people, and at 2,100 feet above sea level, it is the highest-altitude stadium used exclusively for cricket
BEGUR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
📷📷Left Centre RightRemoveBEGURThe Begur Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Mananthavady, which is about 20 km from the main town of Wayanad. This wildlife sanctuary is located next to the Western Ghats and houses various trees that possess medicinal value. It is also inhabited by numerous animal species like elephants, boars, deer, tigers, leopards, panthers and so on. There are large numbers of bird species that can be easily spotted in this wildlife sanctuary. The ideal season for visiting this wildlife sanctuary is between December and May,
KARAPPUZHA DAM
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