Wayanad

Adorning the northern hills of Kerala is the beautiful district of Wayanad, maintained by the District Tourism Promotion Council, Wayanad.  This area is famous for its large number of camping and trekking trails, breathtaking waterfalls, caves, bird watching sites, flora, fauna and an overall plethora of magnificent sights. This area has been a tourist favourite over the years. People are especially delighted by the range of exotic products including spices, coffee, tea, bamboo products, honey and herbal plants available here.  Kanthanpara Waterfalls is one hotspot in Wayanad that attracts tourists from all over the world. Apart from these magnificent falls, Wayanad invites you to experience the stunning beauty of Karapuzha Dam, Pookode & Karlad Lake as well. If you are an adventure seeker then Chingari Rock Adventure Center is a must-visit place for you. Another must-visit place in Wayanad is the Edakkal Caves. The caves are two natural rock formations believed to have been formed by a large split in a huge rock. The carvings inside are extremely beautiful. 

Cascading waterfalls, mesmerising caves, diverse wildlife and wonderful stays make Wayanad one of the most favourite places to visit in India. The landscape of this quaint hill station nestled coyly in the Western Ghats looks ornate with gorgeous carpets of spice estates and reserve which forms an important part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Wildlife lovers can expect to see elephants, leopards and bears. It’s a perfect weekend getaway for many who crave tranquillity while enjoying the hospitality of some of Kerala’s best resorts and homestays.

 

Why Should One Visit Wayanad?

Wayanad Kerala is a nature lover’s heaven where nature never ceases to surprise visitors with its myriad gifts. The ethereal beauty of the hill station seems to multiply with the presence of spice plantations that dot the whole region. There are caves that date back to prehistoric times and attract quite a share of adventurers.

If you are an avid trekker, then you must visit Wayanad Kerala as it is a trekker’s heaven, and anyone that hasn’t trekked through the enchanting trails of this forested land of the Western Ghats has surely missed a ton. Some popular treks to lure visitors to this place are treks to Lakkidi Viewpoint, Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves and Neelimala Viewpoint.

 

Special Snacks And Food Items of Wayanad

Nestled amidst the verdant Western Ghats, Wayanad is a magical place. It is a land of sheer beauty, that transports you into those stunning documentaries on mesmerising landscapes, which are shown on National Geographic. But this is not it's only claim to fame. The best experience of Wayanad lies in its food. The local delicacies tickle the taste buds and are a gastronomical delight. Wayanad cuisine is definitely worth exploring, whether you are a foodie or not.

Multi-cuisine restaurants in Wayanad. Just, step into one, and savour the local food.

Fish Moilee- This is one dish that you must try if you love to eat fish. Cooked in freshly extracted coconut milk, the gravy has a creamy texture. The delicate flavour of coconut infuses well with onions, curry leaves, ginger-garlic paste, mustard seeds and other spices to create a flavourful dish.

Appam & Chicken stew- It is a traditional Syrian Christian breakfast food. Appam and chicken stew are a great combo. Appam is a rice pancake, made from rice that has been soaked, ground and allowed to ferment. Unlike the usual pancakes, which are flat and disc-shaped, appams are bowl-shaped, thin and crispy along the edges and soft and fluffy at the base.
Like every other traditional Kerala dish, the chicken stew served as an accompaniment, is cooked in coconut milk. The dish is lightly spiced and may contain bits of vegetables, along with chunky pieces of chicken.

Nadan Beef Fry- It is a dry dish and makes a great starter – have it as you down a glass of chilled beer or the local toddy or your favourite drink. It also makes a great side dish and goes well with rice and kachimoru as also with appam or puttu or the good old roti.

Payasam- Payasam is the traditional dessert of Kerala. It is served on special occasions and also to special guests. There are several variations of the dessert. If you like the taste of coconut, you are sure to fall in love with the refreshing elaneer payasam, made from tender coconut.

 

How to Reach Wayanad

Reaching Wayanad is easy as it is connected to all the major cities of the world and the cities within the country through various modes of transport. One can reach Wayanad through airways, railways and roadways.

By Air- The Karipur international airport at Kozhikode is the only airport situated within the vicinity of Wayanad. It is located at a distance of 100 km from the city. The airport has access to many international and domestic flights.

By Rail- The Kozhikode Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Wayanad. It is located at a distance of 110 km from the city. There is frequent and good connectivity of train services to Trivandrum, Kochi, Chennai and Bangalore.

By Road- Wayanad has a good network of KSRTC buses to the nearby cities. There are super fast buses running between Wayanad and Bangalore, Trivandrum, Mangalore and Kochi.