All about wayanad..... well almost :-)!!! (contd.)

8. Archealogical museum in Ambalavayal near Sulthan Battery



The Ambalavayal Heritage Museum is an archaeological museum in Wayanad and has one of Kerala's largest collections of the artifacts from an era dating back to the 2nd century A.D. The exhibits here provide evidences of an advanced civilisation that existed in the mountains of Wayanad.
At the museum you can see articles as varied as clay sculptures, ancient hunting equipments like bows and arrows, stone weapons and other curios

9. Pookote lake (natural lake) near Lakkidi





It is a natural fresh water lake, surrounded by evergreen mountains. There are resorts in and around the lake. Boating on the lake is a fabulous experience. Spices and handicraft items are also arranged for sale Pookot. The lake has an area of 8.5ha.and the maximum water depth is 6.5mtrs.

10. Thirunelli Temple - near Mananthavadi in Wayanad



Also called Tirunelli is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu on the side of Brahmagiri hill. Inscriptions in this temple date back to the period of Bhaskara Ravi Varma I (962–1019 CE). The name Thirunelli derives from the nelli, the Malayalam word for Indian gooseberry of the Amla tree.

11. Scenic drive of Thamarassery Churam



Then there is a scenic drive through Thamarassery Churam (Ghat Roads) on the way from
kerala to karnataka. We can see breath taking sunsets at certain location along the drive.

All about wayanad..... well almost :-)!!!

1. Banasura Sagar Dam





The Banasura Sagar Dam is located 21 km from Kalpetta, in Wayanad District of Kerala in the Western Ghats. It is the largest earthen dam in India and the second largest in Asia, its located on the the Karamanathodu tributary of the Kabini River and an ideal starting point for hikes into the surrounding scenic mountains. It is an important tourist attraction.

In the dam's reservoir there is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas. The islands with the Banasura hills in the background provide a spectacular view.


2. Karapuzha Dam





Karapuzha dam, Wayanad. The landscape in that place is simply superb. It is perfect green and still water. The water body is about 158 feet deep!!!

3. Meenmutty waterfalls




Meenmutty Waterfalls is situated in Wayanad District and is 12 km east of Meppadi. It is a spectacular fall cascading in three tiers, down a height of about more than 300 m. A trekker's paradise, it has the distinction of being the second largest waterfall in Kerala.

4. Soochipara waterfalls



A highlight is the tree-top huts from which one can have a spectacular view of the valleys of the Western Ghats and the glimmering shallow waters of the surrounding springs.

5. Kanthanparra waterfalls



This falls is about 12 kms from Meppadi. The falls was about 30ft high.

6. Sunrise Valley



Located at a deviation between Kanthanpara falls and Meenmutty falls. The view was fantastic with nice valley and we could also see the Meenmutty falls.

7. Pazhassi Rajas Tomb



Pazhassi Raja tomb is a memorial of the Pazhassi Raja who was seen as the lion of Kerala. He had a command over the entire regime. Pazhassi raja organized a guerilla type of warfare against the British in ancient days and he is remembered for his valor. Pazhassi raja tomb is situated in the wayanad district at Mananthavady. He was cremated in 1805 after the warfare against British east India Company.

3 beautiful locations of wayanad

The hills, rocks and valleys which contribute to the unique terrain of Wayanad provide for an exceptional adventure experience.The place is exciting with its natural beauty.

The Edakkal caves






The Edakkal caves known for its archiolological importance is located 10 kilometers away from Sultan bathery and are situated on the top of Ambukuthi hills in the Wayanad district, situated in Kerala, South India. The cave showcase one of the oldest surviving pictographic gallery of its kind in the world and also give a panoramic view on the natures beauty of the exciting Wayanad.

The wildlife santuary of Muthanga







The biodiversity of Kerala can be experienced in Wayanad wildlife santuary of Muthanga which is home to animals of the order of bisons, wild dogs, civet cat, panthers, tigers and elephants. This place is famous for its project elephant site, where herds of elephants can be seen enjoying themselves in mud and water near the water holes. Not only do the big animals, but also lesser forms of life like colorful butterflies can be seen fluttering here and there amongst the green environs. The best months to visit this sanctuary are the months of June to October.

Kuruva Island





Kuruva Island located near manathavady is a worth watching, this island with wide varieties of wild trees provides a great oppurtunity of trekking trough the forest. If one want to feel the nature the best way is to have a travel trough this wonderful district of Kerala.Treakking/travelling through these woods is a exciting experience which can't be discribed by words but has to be experienced in person.