Wayanad

Wayanad is known as the Ooty of Kerala. It is also the land of spices. It is surrounded by Karnataka and TamilNadu on the north-eastern side, Malappuram on the south

and Kozhikode on the west. The name wayanad was derived from the name 'Vayalnadu' meaning the land of paddy fields (vayal). Wayanad is refereed in the ancient histories. It was ruled by Pazasiraja, Hiderali, Tippusultan and the British.

 Meenmutty waterfall



 The waterfall is 29 km from Kalpetta. The
waterfall has a height of more than 500 metres. It is
one of the breathtaking waterfalls of Kerala. It is very
beautiful to see.

























Thirunelli Temple





















The temple is situated on the valley of the
Brahmagiri mountains. It is the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is also an ancient temple. The temple is located at a height of 900m above sea level.The famous
river 'Papanashini' flows near this temple. The temple is 64 Km away from Kalpetta, 71 Kms away from SulthanBathery and 29 Km away from Mananthavady.


Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary


Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Western Ghats. It provide natural habitat to a large no.of animals including elephants, tigers, cheeta, bear and many more. This sanctuary is 345 sqkm in area. It is 16 km from Sultanbatteri. The best time for visiting the sanctuaty is from June to October.

 Pookode lake




It is one of the main tourist spots in Wayanad. The lake is surrounded by hills. There is boat service through the lake. It is one of the freshwater lake in Kerala. The lake is 13 km from Kalpatta.

 









 Edakkal Caves
 

 
 







Edakkal caves is one of the main tourist
attracted place in Wayanad. It is located 27 km from Kalpetta. The cave is in the hill named Ambukuthimala, hills near ambalawayal. There are curvings on the walls of the cave which is believed to be drawn at a time of stone age. The cave is located at a height of 1200 metres above the sea level.