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About Wayanad
| About Wayanad: | Wayanad District is located amongst the Western Ghat’s mountains giving shape to the Kerala’s loveliest hill station. It is situated 76 kms away and at a height of 700 to 2100 m on the state’s north eastern part. The district was formed from the parts of Kammur and Kozhikode Districts. It was made the Kerala’s 12th district on 1st November in the year of 1980. This district is the state’s biggest foreign exchange since it is rich in cash crops such as cardamom, pepper, tea, coffee and spices.
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Other Attractions In & Around
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Meenmutty Water Fall
Meenmutty Waterfall is located 12 kms to the Meppadi’s east. It is a waterfall which has a depth of over 500 m. the equipments for trekking can be availed at Kalpetta’s tourist information center.. TOP
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Pakshipathalam
Pakshipathalam is situated in Bramha Giri Hills located at Thirunellyand and is a challenging tourist destination. It is located 7 kms to the Thirunelly’s northeast and lies at an altitude of 1740 m above sea level. For reaching at Pakshipathalam one needs to cover a distance of 17 kms through wild forest. The deep rock caves present amongst the thick rock blocks at the Brahmagiri’s northern top end are the home of various wild beasts and birds. One needs to take special permission from forest department to go to Pakshipathalam. Vehicles, camping apparatus and guides can be hired through District Tourism Promotion Council.. TOP
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Tourist attractions
The chief tourist attractions in Wayanad comprise of places such as like Pakshipathalam, Chembra peak, Kabani River, Panamaram River, Mananthavady River, Meenmutty Water Fall, and Thirunelli River.. TOP
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