Wayanad
: Places of Interest
» Banasura Sagar
Dam
This is the largest earth dam in India. The topography here is such that many
islands will be formed in the upstream of the dam when the dam is full. These
islands with the background of the Banasura hill will provide a hypnotising
sight to tourists.
» Chembra Peak
The hills, rocks and valleys which contribute to the very unique character of
Wayanad provide a lot for adventure tourism. Trekking to the Chembra peak is
a risky mountaineering endeavour. Chembra peak, the highest hill in Wayanad,
is near Meppady town. Trekking to the top of this peak takes almost a day. Tourists
can also stay one or two days at the top of the peak in temporary camps. District
Tourism Promotion Council provides guides, sleeping bags, canvases, huts and
trekking implements on hire. The scenic beauty of Wayanad, which is visible
from the top of Chambra, is very exhilerating.
» Edakkal Cave
This location of breathtaking beauty is three kilometres from Ambalavayal which
is 25 kilometres from Kalpetta. The Edakkal cave in the Ambukuthy mountain,
is not a cave in the real sense.
» Kuruva Island
The Kuruva island, 950 acres of ever green forest on the tributaries of east
flowing river Kabani, is an ideal picnic spot, far away from the disturbances
of city life. The island is uninhabited. Rare species of birds, orchids and
herbs are the sovereigns of this supernal kingdom. It is 17 Kms. east of Mananthavady
and 40 kms. north west of Sulthan Bathery.
» Lakkidi
One of the highest locations in Wayanad, Lakkidi also commands a picturesque
scenery. It is about 58 kms. north east of Kozhikode and five kms. south of
Vythiri. Lakkidi, the gate way of Wayanad, lies atop Thamarassery, a ghat pass
at an elevation of 700 m. above mean sea level.The lofty mountain peaks, the
gurging stream, luxuriant vegetation and the bird's eye view of the deep valley
on the south, with its winding roads, are breath taking. The 12 kms.long journey
from Adivaram to Lakkidi through ghat road with nine hairpin bends amidst thick
forests, is a fascinating experience.
» Muthanga Wild Life
Sanctuary
Muthanga, Which is 16 kms. east of Sulthan Bathery, is located very near to
the Karnadaka border. Wild forests covering an area of 345 sq.kms form the Muthanga
wild life sanctuary; the biggest abode of wild animals in Malabar. Elephant,
spotted deer, bison, tiger, cheeta, wild bear, etc. are found in this sanctuary.
The forest Department has facilities for providing elephant rides to tourists,
here.
» Pakshipathalam
Pakshipathalam in the Brahmagiri hills at Thirunelli, is a challenging tourist
spot for any adventure seeking tourist. To reach Pakshipathalam seventeen kilometres
have to be covered through wild forest. The deep rock caves, formed among the
thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri, are the abode
of various birds and wild beasts. Special permission has to be obtained from
Forest Department to go to Pakshipathalam. District Tourism Promotion Council
arranges vehicle, guides, camping equipments, etc. to the tourists, on hire.
» Pazhassi Raja Tomb
Pazhassi Tourist Resort at Mananthavady is a good picnic centre in north Wayanad.
There is a good aquarium here. Coin-operated toys for children and boating facilities
for tourists are available here. Pazhassi Raja, the Lion of Kerala, who organised
guerilla type warfare against British East India Company, was cremated here
in 1805.
» Pookot Lake
It is a natural fresh water lake, brimmed with ever green mountains. The weather
here is salacious; the scenic beauty, hypnotising and the nature, unspoiled.
Pookot lake tourist resort in Vythiri is the most sought after tourist spot
of Wayanad. There is an aquarium and a green house here. Boating facilities
also are available. Spices and handicraft items are also arranged for sale at
Pookot. The lake has an area of 8.5ha. and the maximum water depth is 6.5mtrs.
This lake is three kms.south of Vythiri.
» Sentinel Rock Waterfall
This waterfall is at Vellarimala village near Chooralmala in Meppadi panchayat.
It is a picnic spot as well as a trekking centre. The sentinel rock, a rock
of more than 200 m.in height, is ideal for rock climbing.
» Soochippara Waterfall
The waterfalls at Soochippara near Meppadi is really a treasure of nature, yet
to be discovered. The stretches of waterfalls ranging at places from 100 to
300 feet height is a treat to the eyes. The pool below, provides for water rafting,
swimming, bathing,etc. The tree top huts at Soochippara give an unique view
of the valleys of the Western Ghats and the glimmering shallow waters of the
surrounding springs.
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