Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is adjacent to the protected area
network of Nagarhole and Bandipore National parks of Karnataka and
Mudumalai of Tamilnadu.
Lakkidi
Lakkidi is called the gateway to Wayanad and is situated at the top of
the Thamaraserri Ghat pass. Lofty peaks, rippling streams and luxuriant
forests add magic to the journey up the winding roads to Lakkidi.
Thusharagiri Waterfalls
Nestled cozily in the Western Ghats, are the gurgling waterfalls of
Thusharagiri. Meaning the snow capped mountains; Thushargiri displays a
distinctive kinship between the land and water.
Valliyoorkavu Festival
The Valliyoorkavu Festival is a popular event at the Bhagavathy temple
at Valliyoorkkavu, 3 kms from Mananthavady town. The idol of the temple
is believed to be self- manifested and the annual festival is held here
in the month of March.
Banasura Dam
Located about 15 km North West of Kalpetta, Banasura Dam is the largest
earth Dam in India. A vast expanse of crystal clear water is enclosed by
blue hills on all sides, except one. It is an ideal picnic spot.
Kalpetta
The headquarters of the Wayanad District are located at kalpetta. A
stronghold of the Jains in the past, the famous Ananthanathaswamy Jain
Temple is situated at Puliyarmala near Kalpetta.



