- Wayanad- Explore the wilderness of the Western Ghats
Wayanad, fondly called the green paradise is tucked away in the
mountains of the Western Ghats. Only a short distance from some of the
popular tourist destinations in South India like Ooty, Mysore and Coorg,
Wayanad is an easily accessible and important tourist destination in
Kerala. The name Wayanad literally translates into the land of forests
and even today, it has large tracts of virgin forest lands, wild life
and blissful nature trails that will awaken your senses.
Wayanad is a rich treasure trove of some of the relics of the New
Stone Age civilizations in the forms of engravings and pictures in the
caves of Edakkal and Ampukuthimala, which offer clues about the past
civilizations.
Wayanad sight seeing includes various attractions like the Chembra
Peak, Edakkal Cave, Kuruva Island and Lakkidi, which is the highest
point in Wayanad. No trip to Wayanad can be complete without a trip to
Muthanga wild life sanctuary and Pakshipatahalam, which represent the
wilderness and the wild life of this part of Kerala at its best. In case
you are looking for some adventure sporting activities, you can set out
on jungle trails or trekking and hiking expeditions.
Check out the Wayanad packages for the best possible activities that
suit your needs. A boating trip in the serene Pookot Lake and a stop
over the picturesque Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls,
Soochippara Waterfalls will top off the Wayanad holidays in style. The
Banasura Sagar dam is another attraction. Located at a distance of 15 Km
from Wayanad, Banasura Dam is the largest earth Dam in India, which is
flanked by verdant hills on all three sides. The spectacular views offer
ample photo shoot opportunities, speed boating facilities are also
available.
Wayanad tourism has a rich smattering of cultural and historical
attractions too. There are many ancient religious places like Sulthan
Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple and Valliyoorkavu Temple. Wayanad
has the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Sita and the twin sons of
Lord Ram, Lava-Kusha.
Wayanad enjoys a pleasant climate all round the year; however the best
time for sightseeing is between October and February. Wayanad is famous
for its monsoon holidays as well that fall between July and September
where you can enjoy the charm and fury of the tropical monsoon at its
best. There are many shops that sell fresh spices, coffee beans and tea
of different flavors. The ethnic crafts made of cane, wood and coconut
shells can also be shopped locally. Tourists can hire cabs or auto
rickshaws or jeep taxis to explore Wayanad. For short trips tourists can
hire cycles too.
Wayanad tourism offers an eclectic experience for the tourists who
reach here in quest of tranquility, adventure or fun. Spend a day in the
lap of nature at Kuruva Island, a lovely island on the Kabini River,
which is spread over 900 acres. Relatively unexplored, this island is a
haven for many rare birds, animals and plant life. You can also see
tribal people in small country boats, fishing in the island. So, in
case you are looking for a pleasant holiday destination in the midst of
nature, where you can be at your own pace, your search might lead you to
Wayanad.
- Shopping
Being the fabled land of spice plantations, all sorts of fresh exotic
spices are available at reasonable rates. There is a small area near
Pookote Lake that has shops selling spices and handicraft artifacts.
Look out for artifacts made of coconut shells, ivory, cane, wood and
metal. Exquisite lampshades made of Bamboo are also a specialty of
Wayanad.
- Moving Around
There are local buses available plying between different towns. Auto rickshaws are the best option if you are traveling short distances. If you want to travel to remote places of tourist interest, it is better to hire a taxi or a private car. Since the terrain is mostly rocky and hilly, the ideal vehicle for commuting is Jeep.
- Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit Wayanad is between August and March.
- How to Reach
By Flight :
Kozhikode International Airport is the nearest airport at a distance of 67 km.
By Rail :
The nearest railway station is located at Kozhikode at a distance of 67 km.
By Road :
The nearest railway station is located at Kozhikode at a distance of 67 km.
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