Wayanad

In the north-eastern portion of God’s own country, Kerala, Wayanad is a district. The location is located on the southern tip of the Deccan Plateau, with lofty ridges and clear lakes, glorified by the Western Ghats. A must for any visitor are the thick forests, lush green jungles, Wayanad tourism sites, and deep valleys.

The atmosphere appears to be much like the seemingly tempting landscapes you once saw in your mind. It’s one of those Kerala towns where sightseeing just isn’t enough. When in Wayanad, get a hang of a relaxing Ayurvedic massage and pull up your pants to try the most spectacular treks.

Best Tourist Places In Wayanad

  • Meenmutty Waterfalls: For Scenic Beauty
  • Soochipara Falls: For Candid Pictures
  • Chembra Peak: A Heart-Shaped Lake
  • Banasura Sagar Dam: Charming View Of Mountain Folds
  • Ghat ViewPoint: Enjoy The Sunset
  • Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary: Spot The Animals
  • Edakkal Caves: Stunning Vistas Of Nature
  • Bathery Jain Temple: Visit The Ancient Temple
  • Neelimala View Point: Witness The Wonders Of Nature
  • Pookot Lake: A Heavenly Escapade
  • Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary: Spot The Birds
  • Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary: Witness The Wild Side
  • Thirunelli Temple: Witness The Historical Site
  • Kuruva Island: A Lush Green Paradise
  • Bamboo Forest: For A Thrilling Hike
  • Sultan Bathery: Explore The Natural Site
  • Phantom Rock: Savour The Enchanting View
  • Kanthanpara Waterfalls: Witness The White Waters
  • Vythiri: Take A Break From City Life
  • Karapuzha Dam: The Largest Dam
  • Lakkidi View Point: Admire The Views
  • Karlad Lake: Perfect Family Getaway
  • Pazhassi Raja Tomb: Dig Into The History
  • Pallikkunnu Church: Explore The Oldest Church
  • Krishnagiri Cricket Stadium: Have For Cricket Fans
  • Wayanad Heritage Museum: Symbols Of Ancient Civilizations
  • Kolagappara: An Lesser-Known Village
  • Varambetta Mosque: A Beautiful Mosque
  • Ripon Tea Factory: Engaging Tea Making Process
  • The Bamboo Factory: Interesting Bamboo Craft
  • Chethalayam Waterfalls: Admire The Natural Beauty
  • Pookode Lake: Serine Mountaintop Water Body
  • Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary: Marvel The Animal Kingdom
  • Bamboo Forests: A Heavenly Experience

Meenmutty Falls

 is a waterfall located 45 kilometers (28 mi) from Trivandrum city in Thiruvananthapuram District in the Indian state of Kerala, India. The falls are located near the Neyyar Reservoir area. No transportation is available so visitors have to trek 2km through the dense forests to reach the falls. It is a very beautiful fall with beautiful surroundings. The Kombaikani Falls lies 2 kilometers (1.2 mi) upstream of the Meenmutti Falls on the trek path to Agastyakoodam.

 

Soochipara Falls

Soochipara Falls, Wayanad Kerala, 2013 (Landscape).jpeg

 also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is a three-tiered waterfall in Vellarimala, Wayanad, India. It is surrounded by deciduous, evergreen, and montane forests. Locally referred to as Soochipara (“Soochi” meaning “Needle” and “Para” meaning “Rock”), the 15-20 minute drive from Meppadi to Sentinel Rock Waterfalls has views of a number of Wayanad’s tea estates. The Sentinel Rock Waterfalls is 200 meters (656 feet) and offers a cliff face that is used for rock climbing. The water from Soochipara Falls later joins Chulika River or popularly known as Chaliyar River after Velarimala Hills near Cherambadi (Tamil Nadu) in Kerala.

Once people reach the parking area, they have to pass through a security check at the entrance where they make sure you don’t carry any plastic. It takes 10-15 minutes walk to the waterfalls and water flow is less during summer, which makes it easy to reach the rocks where waterfalls.

Chembra Peak

Chembra Peak (Chembra Mala) is one of the highest peaks in the Western Ghats and the highest peak in Wayanad hills, at 2,100 m (6,890 ft) above sea level. Chembra is located near the town of Meppadi and is 8 km (5 mi) south of Kalpetta. It is part of the Wayanad hill ranges in the Western Ghats, adjoining the Nilgiri Hills and Vellarimala in Kozhikode district in Kerala. It is the highest and the largest peak in Western Ghats of India in between Nilgiris and Himalayas exceeding 2,000m. Visits to this peak organized by ‘the Chempra Peak VSS’ under the control of South Wayanad Forest Development Agency, guides are provided for trekking. Chembra Peak is accessible by foot from Meppady.

Banasura Sagar Dam

Banasura Sagar Dam, which impounds the Karamanathodu tributary of the Kabini River, is part of the Indian Banasura Sagar Project consisting of a dam and a canal project started in 1979. The goal of the project is to support the Kakkayam Hydroelectric power project and satisfy the demand for irrigation and drinking water in a region known to have water shortages in seasonal dry periods.

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 are in the background view. It is the largest earth dam in India and the second largest of its kind in Asia. The dam is made up of massive stacks of stones and boulders.