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Wayanad |
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Wayanad, situated on the southern tip of the Deccan plateau, With an altitude ranging up to 2,000 meters above sea level, is an area which offers breathtaking locations. Mist-clad hills, lush green paddy fields, luxuriant sub-tropical rainforests, sprawling spice plantations, valleys and hills mark this beautiful place. Hidden away in the hills of this land are some of the oldest tribes as yet untouched by civilization. Wayanad spreads across about 2,000 sq kms of the Western Ghats and is recognised as a leading bio diversity region. |
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Fact Sheet |
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Area |
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2,126 Sq.Km. |
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Population |
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6,72,128 (1991 Census) |
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Altitude |
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2100 m Above Sea Level |
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Language |
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Malayalam |
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Climate |
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Min 22o C to Max 38o C |
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Rainfall |
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240cm annually |
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Season |
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Throughout the year |
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Clothing |
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Tropical |
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Access |
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Air: The nearest Airport is at Karipur, Calicut. 105km from Kalpetta. Rail: The main railway station is at Calicut, 72km from Kalpetta. Road: Wayanad's Headquarters, Kalpetta is linked by road to other towns in Kerala and there are frequent buses to Calicut. |
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Wayanad at Glance |
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Wayanad wild life sanctuary is one of the most important wild life sanctuaries in Kerala that is rich in biodiversity, flora and fauna. It is located at a distance of 40 km from Wayanad city centre. It is home to a large collection of wild animals including elephants, bisons, wild boars, lion tailed monkeys and squirrels among others. [Back] Pookkote Lake, located at a distance of 13 km from the city centre, is a fresh water lake that abounds in a variety of fishes. It is one of the major tourist attractions in Wayanad. Boating facilities are available to tourists and there is a children’s park, handicrafts and spices emporium and fresh water aquarium for the benefit of tourists. [Back] Edakkal caves are located at a distance of 28 km from Wayanad city centre and are believed to have been inhabited by tribesmen thousands of years ago. The carvings seen on the walls are a testimony to the age of these caves. Archaeologists and historians worldwide have taken an interest in these ancient caves that are considered historical monuments. The edakkal caves are one of the most important attractions in Wayanad. The district tourism promotion council has installed a telescope at the caves affording a panoramic view of the forests surrounding the caves. [Back] Papanasini- Thirunelly Temple is one of the oldest temples in Kerala and is known as the Kashi of the south. It is frequented by devotees as it is believed that a dip in the Papanasini River running close to the temple will wash away ones’ sins. It is a major attraction in Wayanad and innumerable numbers of tourists arrive to visit the temple and take a dip in the Papanasini River. The temple showcases the best of traditional Kerala temple architecture and the temple is located at a distance of 64 km from Wayanad city. [Back] Chembra Peak is located at an altitude of 2100 meters and is the highest peak in Wayanad. Located at a distance of 18 km from Wayanad city centre, the peak is a major attraction among adventure tourists in Wayanad. It is one of the most important locations for adventure tourism and trekking in Wayanad and whole of Kerala. [Back] The Chain Tree is believed to be the tree on which the spirit of the boy who guided the English engineer through the difficult mountain terrain was chained by a priest. It is believed that the engineer fearing the loss of credit for the mountain path killed the boy who guided him. Many travelers plying on this route reported being haunted by the boy’s spirit. It was then that the priest was called in to chain the spirit. The priest chained the spirit on to a tree. The tree is located at a distance of 16 km from Wayanad. [Back] Kuruva Island is a small island consisting of 950 acres of evergreen forests situated on one of the tributaries of the Kabani River. The island abounds in rare variety of birds, butterflies and several plant varieties. The Kuruva Island is located at a distance of 40 km from Wayanad. [Back] Pazhassi Raja was a warrior king who fought against the British rule using guerilla tactics. He fought several battles and won quite a few against the British. However, he was hunted down by the British when he took refuge in the hills of Wayanad after he was defeated in a decisive battle fought at Mavilanthodu in 1805. His mortal remains are interned in a tomb and are called the Pazhassi Raja Tomb. The place is located at a distance of 35 km from Wayanad. [Back] Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, located at a distance of 59 km from Wayanad and bordering Karnataka is a wildlife sanctuary featuring several species of rare birds and animals. It has a rich collection of flora and fauna and several medicinal plants used in ayurveda medicines. The ideal season to visit this wild life sanctuary in Wayanad is September. [Back] Pakshipathalam, located at an altitude of 1700 meters is a rock formation where a variety of birds can seen resting on the several rocks. It is located deep in the forests in Brahmagiri hills. There are also deep caves where animals can also be seen. The area also abounds in rare flora and fauna. The Pakshipathalam is located at a distance of 71 km from Wayanad. [Back] This Jain temple in Wayanad built in the 13th century and was one of the most famous Jain temples in Kerala in early times.. This Jain temple in Wayanad is a testimony to the presence of a strong Jain community that lived in Kerala several years ago. The temple is no more in use and is in ruins. Tipu Sultan occupied this temple and used it as an ammunition depot. Several Jains from North India, apart from other tourists visit this tourism attraction in Wayanad. [Back] This important waterfall in Wayanad offers a majestic sight. This waterfall is one of the most important tourism attractions in Wayand. Located at a distance of 22 km from Wayanad, this waterfall is set deep in the forests. The waters cascade downhill from several feet hight and are a breathtaking sight to watch. [Back] Kanthanpara Waterfalls is another famous waterfall in Wayanad that attracts a large number of tourists. The waters here cascade from a height of over 30 feet and are a beautiful sight to watch. Located at a distance of 19 km from Wayand, this famous waterfall in Wayanad offers a pleasant experience to the tourist. It is one of the “must see” tourism sights in Wayanad. [Back] Meenmutti Waterfalls is the most famous, largest and most spectacular waterfall in Wayanad .It is located 2 km from the Ootty Road along jungle path. The waterfall is over 300 feet in height and cascades down in three steps. It is one of the most important tourist attractions in Wayanad and is located at a distance of 29 km from Wayanad. [Back] Banasura Sagar dam is the largest earth dam in India and is the favorite tourist spot in Wayanad. There are several islands in the catchments area and is a beautiful sight to visit. Boating facilities are available and several tourists make use of boating facilities in the waters of the dam. The dam and its surroundings are in the midst of deep forests. [Back] |
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