Wayanad Essentials

Wayanad spans the high-altitude plateaus of the Western Ghats, characterized by diverse ecosystems and ancient history. This collection features the Neolithic petroglyphs of Edakkal Caves and the 3,000-year-old Thirunelli Temple. Natural landmarks include the Banasura Sagar Dam, India's largest earth dam, and the multi-tiered Soochipara and Meenmutty waterfalls. The region's biodiversity is represented by the Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary and the freshwater Pookode Lake, while Lakkidi offers views of the historic Thamarassery mountain pass.

Edakkal Caves

The Edakkal caves are two natural caves at a remote location at Edakkal, 25 km from Kalpetta in the Wayanad district of Kerala in India.

Pazhassi Raja Landscape Museum

Museum and memorial dedicated to the 18th-century ruler Pazhassi Raja, featuring historical artifacts and the tomb of the leader who fought the British East India Company.

Lakkidi viewpoint Wayanad churam

High-altitude vantage point offering views of the Thamarassery Churam mountain pass and its nine hairpin bends winding through the Western Ghats.

Pookode Lake

Natural freshwater lake located 770 meters above sea level, surrounded by evergreen forests and known for its distinct shape resembling the map of India.

Soochipara Water Falls

Also known as Sentinel Rock Falls, this three-tiered waterfall drops from a height of 200 meters into a pool used for swimming and rock climbing.

Banasurasagar Dam / Reservoir

The largest earth dam in India and second largest in Asia, constructed using massive stacks of boulders at the foot of the Banasura Hill.

Wayanad Wild Life Sanctuary

Part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, this sanctuary provides a habitat for wild elephants, gaurs, tigers, and various species of deer and migratory birds.

Meenmutty Water Falls

A 300-meter-high waterfall cascading in three stages, reached via a two-kilometer jungle trek through the humid deciduous forests of the region.

Thirunelli Vishnu Kshetram

Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu on the Brahmagiri hillside, featuring 30 granite pillars and the Papanasini stream, traditionally used for ancestral rituals.