WAYANAD

The name Wayanad is derived from the expression ‘Wayalnadu’ which denotes the land of paddy fields’. It is one of the districts in Kerala that has been able to retain its pristine nature. The most characteristic aspect about Wayanad is a large tribal population, who are yet untouched by civilization. Wayanad is known for its picturesque mist-clad hill stations similar to that of Ooty, which offers a panorama of undulating hills and dales. There is luxuriant green all around. The leading tourist centers of South India like Ooty, Mysore, Coorg, Kozhikode and Kannur are around this region.

Accessing Wayanad

By Air
The nearest airport is Calicut

By Road
Wayanad’s headquarters, Kalpetta is linked by road to other towns in Kerala and there are frequent buses to Calicut, Kannur, Ooty and Mysore.

By Rail
Nearest railway station is Kozhikode

Places of Attraction

Lakkadi: Is a place of great scenic beauty with picturesque hills, streams and luxuriant vegetation, one of the highest locations in Wayanad and registered the second highest degree of rainfall in the world.

Pakshipathalam: This place can be accessed only by trekking. Rare species of birds can be sighted from the watchtower of this bird sanctuary.

Begur Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary has a wide variety of animals.

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary: Rich in biodiversity, the sanctuary is an integral part of the Nilgiri, Biosphere Reserve, which has been established with the specific objective of conserving the biological heritage of the region. The sanctuary is very rich in flora and fauna.

Ambalavayal Heritage Museum: Near the Ambukuthi hill region is this heritage museum, housing artifacts and belongings of the various tribes of the land. This is one of the best heritage museums in Kerala.

Other attractions are Kuruvadweep, Thirunelly temple, Pazhassi tomb, the Glass temple, Chethalayam and Meenmutty waterfalls, Karappuzha dam etc.