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Karapuzha Dam is one of the biggest earth dams in India. Karapuzha Dam is located in the greenish and natural regions of Wayanad , on the Karapuzha River, a tributary of the Kabini River. Karapuzha Dam is one of the most stunning dams in the destination. The dam is known for its picturesque setting and skilful architecture. The dam sees a lot of tourism all year round because of the charming design and looks of the place. The scenic environs of Karapuzha Dam with its partly inundated hills and verdant islands are an ideal breeding ground for aquatic birds. It is an ideal place for watching aquatic birds that frequent the reservoir. The background of the gushing water from the dam against the luxuriant mountains makes it a charming spot. The water here is around 158 feet deep. You can visit the dam through the day; however at dawn, visibility is low. Construction on the dam began in 1977 and it was complete in 2004. The purpose of the dam is irrigation and it left and rig...

Kuruvadweep is a 950 acre  protected river delta on the Kabini River in the Wayanad district, Kerala, India. Kuruvadweep is the only island surrounded with naturally purified water source in Kerala. These group of islands consists of dense and evergreen forest that is uninhabited and hence home to rare kinds of flora and fauna: endemic species of birds, orchids and herbs namely . The unique geographical characteristics of Kuruva Island make this place very calm and the forests are always evergreen. These mind blowing characteristics have made this place attractive to the tourists who are nature lovers or travelers who love silent atmosphere. Other special characteristics of Kuruva islands are the bridges made of bamboo and rare species of trees. It is a must see destination for nature lovers and a popular picnic spot. A perfect destination for those wants to have a lazy walk through the shoreline of a river. Its unique geographical characteristics make it a place wher...

Thirunelli Temple  is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Maha Vishnu on the side of Brahmagiri hill in Kerala. The temple is at an altitude of about 900 meters in north Wayanad in a valley surrounded by mountains and beautiful forests. It is 32 kilometers away from Manathavady. There is only limited historic and archaeological information on the place , though it is beyond dispute, that Thirunelli was once an important town and pilgrim center in the middle of an inaccessible jungle valley surrounded by mountains on four sides . There exists records proof that Thirunelli at the time of Tamil Chera king Bhaskara Ravi Varma I (962–1019 CE) was an important town and pilgrim center in South India. In the dense jungles surrounding temple, the ruins of two ancient villages can be found. Noted historian V. R. Parameswaran Pillai in his book Thirunelli Documents states that this temple was once an integral part of the early recorded history of Kerala. The Malabar Manuel, written...

BanasuraSagar dam is the largest earthen dam in India and the second largest in Asia. It impounds the Karamanathodu tributary of the Kabini River, is part of the Indian Banasurasagar Project consisting of a dam and a canal project started in 1979. The goal of the project is to support the Kakkayam Hydro electric power project and satisfy the demand for irrigation and drinking water in a region known to have water shortages in seasonal dry periods. The actual missions for this dam was to provide water for kakkayam dam which was situated in Kozhikode district to produce electricity and also irrigation in wayanad, both missions were not accomplished and currently it's been part of Hydel project. It is India's First Solar Atop Dam. BanasuraSagar Dam is at the foot of the Banasura Hill, in the Banasura Lake. Banasura hill is the third largest peak in the Western Ghats.Legends says that the Asura king Bana, (the son of King Mahabali) undertook a severe penance on the t...

Brahmagiri hill, is a part of the Western Ghats of south India. It is situated on the border between Kodagu district in Karnataka state in the north and Wayanad district of Kerala state on the south . Brahmagiri Hill is situated  at  a height of 1608 meters. The hill is a beautiful tourist attraction. The top of Brahmagiri Hill is densely forested and has a lot of wildlife. Thirunelli Temple , dedicated to Lord Vishnu, lies on the side of Brahmagiri. This temple is known as Dakshina Kasi or the Kasi of the South. The temple was constructed in an ancient style and includes 30 granite pillars. According to legend, the temple was constructed by Lord Brahma himself. Pakshipathalam at an altitude of 1740 meters is another attraction on Brahmagir Hills. Pakshipathalam is a cave that is said to have been used by rishis in ancient times. Pakshipathalam is home to several species of birds and is an ornithologist's paradise. The deep rock caves, formed among th...

Wayanad is blessed with a number of beautiful lakes, which are surrounded by dense green forests. Banks of these freshwater lakes are unique site seeing locations and attract thousands of tourists every year. Pookode Lake Picturesque surroundings and easy access are draw cards that attract large numbers of visitors. The natural fresh water pool is around 9 hectares and nicely perched among hills at a height of 2100 meters above sea level. There is a small aquarium by the side of the lake. Have a walk around the lake, get into one of the boats or for extra fun, you can climb on an elephant or horse and tour around. Heart Lake or Hridaya Saras This amazingly beautiful heart shaped lake is located on the way to Chembara Peak. This wonderful gift of nature is located at a height of 4500 feet. The lake is considered as one of the nine love symbol articles seen on earth. The  water in the lake is pure and clear like crystal. The lake water has a lukewarm temperature ev...

You will be excited to trek across the non-linear routes along Wayanad. There are small trails across which you will go on in your treks that will take hardly a day. While this may not seem exciting enough, trekkers will be surprised at the challenges you come across while trekking in Wayanad.  While some areas have gentler slopes which is easy to trek, certain other areas require experience and a better understanding of the terrain before hitting the trails. Pakshipathalam Peak Trek Located at a height of 1,740 kilometers above the sea level and is one among the challenging spots for tourists across Wayanad. Trekkers will be met with deep caves, thick rock blocks and wild forests during the trek. Trekkers can reach the top after travelling 16 kilometers. Pakshipathalam is near the Brahmagiri hills, but unlike the latter Pakshipathalam has gentler slopes and is a comparatively easy terrain to climb. With amazingly beautiful surroundings, the hill offers great opportunities f...

Jain temple in bathery is one of the most important Jain temple in Kerala. The  Bathery Temple in Sulthan Bathery is believed to have been built during the 13th century. Its design is influenced by the architectural style of the then reigning Vijayanagar Dynasty. The temple has an interesting history, which first served as a shrine, next as a centre of commercial trade and finally, as the ammunition store or battery of Tipu Sulthan’s army. The town, Sulthan Bathery, derives its name from that use. Sultan Bathery is a historical place and its ancient history goes in sync with the history of Wayanad.The recorded history of this district exists only from the 10th century onward. In 930 AD, emperor Erayappa of   Ganga Dynasty   led his troops to south west of Mysore and after conquering, called it   Bayalnad   meaning the land of swamps. After Erayappa, his sons Rachamalla and Battunga fought each other for the new kingdom of their father’s legacy. Rachamall...

Wayanad is homeland of various tribal communities.The tribal communities in wayanad are Kattunayakans, Kurichiyans,Paniyas, Adiyas,,Kurumas,Ooralis, Uraali Kurumas. The Kattunayakan/Cholanaickan They found in wayanad,kannur,kozhikkode and malappuram districts.The community is known as kattunayakan and cholanaickan. As the name suggests Kattunayakan were the kings of the forest regions engaged in the collection and gathering of forest produces.They also known as Thain (Honey) kuruvar, since they collect honey from the forest.They have all the physical features of a hilly tribe .They speak a language which is a mixture of all Dravidian language.They worship forest,hillocks,ancestors and hindu deities. The Kurichiyans They are an agricultural tribal community.They are matrilineal and live in joint families, under the control of their chieftain called 'Pittan'. The members of the extended family work together and spend their earnings for the common purposes....

Wayanad has rich history. Historians believe that human life existed in this part of the world at least thousand years before the Christ. Number of evidences about new Stone Age civilization can be found on the hills of wayanad. The two caves of Ampukuthimala located between Sulthan Bathery and Ambalavayal, with pictures on their walls and pictorial writings, speak volumes of the bygone era and civilization. Documented history of waynad is available from the 18 th century. In the ancient times wayanad was ruled by the kings from Veda tribe. After that wayanad came under the rule of Kottayam royal dynasty. When Hider Ali became the ruler of Mysore, he conquered wayanad and brought it under his rule. After Hider Ali, his son Tippu became ruler of Mysore and at that time Kottayam dynasty’s rule restored in wayanad. But the English East India company, British had governance over wayanad based the conditions they made with Tippu Sultan at the time sreerangapattanam truce. Th...

Rain Forest In Wayanad Rainforests cover about 6 % of the Earth's surface and about 40% to 75% of all biotic species, including many exotic and beautiful flowers on the planet are aboriginal to these forests. Scientists consider that there may be millions of plants, insects and micro organisms yet to discover in tropical rainforests. Wayanad , the evergreen forests is the most species rich eco region with eighty percent of the flowering plant species of the entire mountain range found here. The name Wayanad , translates to the land of paddy, visitors will stretches of paddy cultivation interspersed amidst the dense forest. The dense, mysterious, magical rainforests are the earth's oldest living ecosystems that produce about a third of the planet's oxygen. The  Wayanad forests In  Northern   Kerala   mark the transition to the   North Western Ghats moist deciduous forests .  The cool and moist climate, high rainfall and variety of m...