Wayanad Tourist Attractions

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Endowed with sheer natural beauty, Wayanad is a famous tourist destination of Kerala. It beckons you to enjoy its picturesque surroundings, gorgeous hills, pleasant climate, beautiful valleys, captivating wildlife, and many more attractions. Ideally located over the Western Ghats, this city is also known for its plantation crops and spices. You can buy aromatic and good quality tea, coffee, pepper, cardamom and rubber. The city is also called the land of paddy fields. Almost 36 % of the tribal population of the state resides in this city. This city has its own glorious history.

For those who are inclined towards adventure must come to this destination. It offers great trekking facilities to tourists. Imagine yourself in its aromatic tea, coffee and spice gardens enjoying gorgeous green surroundings and peaceful aura. Sounds exciting!

Must-visit attractions of Wayanad:

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Established in the year 1973, this wildlife sanctuary provides shelter to a variety of wildlife such as spotted deer, wild bear, elephant, tiger, deer, leopard etc. It comes under the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

EdakkalCaves

Famous for their beautiful carvings, these ancient caves are located on the Ambukuthi hills.

KuruvaIsland

Attracting many a visitors this island is a famous spot of Wayanad. It boasts of rare species of birds, orchids and herbs. It covers an area of 950 acres of land.

Lakkidi

It is a celestial destination where you can treat your senses with breathtaking views of its gorgeous surroundings. The mountains, lush green vegetation, zigzag roads, streams and peaceful environment are its main attractions.

ThirunellyTemple

This 3000 years old temple was built in honor of Lord Vishnu. It is situated atop Brahma Giri Hills near Papanashini River.

PookotLake

This lovely lake is surrounded by majestic mountains and forests. Pamper yourself with a rejuvenating boat ride on this lake.