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Max: Min: Rain: where an astonishing variety of wild animals and research have shown that Thirunelli 32.09999847 22.79999923 9.19999980926513 Edakkal, Kalpetta, Kerala 673121, 4121094°C 7060547°C 7mm and incredibly diverse flora can be found. Temple was an important spiritual centre during the reign of Bhaskara Ravi Varma, a Through thickets of deciduous, semi- If art fascinates you, then you shouldn't miss Chola king ( 962–1019 CE). It remained What To deciduous and semi-evergreens trees, past out on the largely inaccessible due to impassable streaming Kakkayam river, lies the Protected Eddakal caves in Kalpetta. This is a mountains and thick forest cover. Today, the Area home to the Tiger, Sloth Bear, Deers prehistoric caves filled with numerous rock temple is also known as 'Sahyamala SEE wall paintings that continues to attract 5 Sights and of course, the majestic Elephants and Kshetram' or 'Kashi of the South'. deadly King Cobra. There are a total of 44 historians and Archaeologists from all over The temple has beautiful granite columns http://www.ixigo.com/places-to-visit-see-in-wayanad-lp-1115987 different species of mammals and over a the world to this place. One can find at least which add an aesthetic appeal to the whole three sets of petroglyphs. Studies have 1 Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary hundred different types of birds inhabiting architecture. A stream runs beside the the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, to say shown that the etchings are more than 5000 temple, which provides water for the temple nothing of the wide variety of reptiles, years old and the caves seem to have been usage. The temple also has a pond, at the fishes, amphibians, butterflies and inhabited at various stages in history. centre of which is a stone slab with the dragonflies that reside within the forest. The impression of Lord Vishnu's feet. sanctuary has quite a chequered history and The caves are formed due to a fissure in the was home to a number of tribal families rock. Legend says that the cave was formed 4 Lakkidi View Point before their displacement and consequent when an arrow released from the bow of rehabilitation within the Sanctuary of some. Lord Rama, struck this rock surface, creating the fissure. Wayanad Wildlife Division, Sulthan The rehabilitated families live within the Bathery, , Kerala Protected Area. Against the perfect 3 673592, India backdrop of hills set aglow by the fiery rising morning sun, find your heart skip a beat at Within the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, lies the distant roar of a tiger, deers bounding Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary holding on by and trumpet of a displeased Elephant. steadfast to its primal wilderness. Acting as a buffer to the , 2 Edakkal Caves Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary and Bandipur Tiger Reserve, particularly during the dry Lakkidi View Point, Kalpetta, Wayand, spells when a number of wild Elephants Kerala 673121, India camp out here, the sanctuary is considered Also termed as the gateway of Wayanad, as one of the bio-geographically richest Lakkidi is located close to Vythiri. One of the parts of Southern India.Though only the greenest and wettest places in India, Mananthavady, Kalpetta, Wayanad, outer corridor of the sanctuary is open to Lakkidi View Point boasts of incomparable Kerala 673121, India visitors for exploration totalling about 25 scenic beauty, high mountain slopes, dense kilometres, yet the Wayanad Sanctuary is Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the history of the forests and cascading streams. possibly one of the few places in India temple dates back to 3000 years. Archives Wayanad Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/wayanad page 3

house which is now converted into a Best Western Plus Ekobarn, Near Lakkidi View Point The waterfall comprises of 3 stretches all of restaurant and the place has retained its New Bus Terminal, Kalpetta, is on quite a high altitude which can be which end up in the river. To reach authentic flavour, both in food and Wayanad, Kerala 673121, India dizzying for some. One can see a number of the falls u will have to go through a very ambiance.  hairpin curves on the snake-like roads pretty trekking trail that runs through tea +91-4936-203877 below. Choose a sunny day to travel up gardens, rocky outcrops and dense forests. 2 Jubilee Restaurant Bungalow Restaurant is a famous restaurant here, as the mist might spoil the view. There are a number of holiday home-stay among the locals as well as the tourists. This Tourists come here especially to enjoy the options available here as well. restaurant is a delight for both vegetarians spectacular sunrise and sunsets. The drive and non-vegetarians.  up to Lakkidi is half the fun! Where To From starters to desserts everything is 5 Soochipara Falls worth a try and justifies the high Eat rates.  3 Places

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Jubilee Restaurant is most famous for its delicious biryani. It is Soochipara Falls, , a good restaurant, especially for non- Kalpetta, Wayanad, Kerala 673121, veg food. The restaurant is value for money India Gudalai, Kairali Nagar, Kalpetta, and offers fast client service.  Wayanad, Kerala 673122, India A gorgeous water body (one of the best in the whole state of Kerala), the Sentinel rock +91-95626-61662 3 The Bungalow Restaurant Soochipara Waterfall is a treat to the eyes. To savour the authentic Kerala The pool beneath the waterfall has facilities food, 1980's A Nostalgic for rafting, bathing and other recreational Restaurant  water activities. You will find a number of is the place to be. There are a variety of tree huts in the area, which provide amazing biryanis served in the restaurant, which is views of the . There are a worth a try. It is a traditional South Indian number of springs and shallow pools of water in the area. Wayanad Travel Guide - http://www.ixigo.com/travel-guide/wayanad page 4

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See A: Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary B: Edakkal Caves C: Thirunelli Temple D: Lakkidi View Point E: Soochipara Falls Accommodation F: Maymorn Holiday Home G: Greenways H: Hotel Mint Flower I: Maymorn Holiday Home J: Greenways K: Hotel Mint Flower L: Maymorn Holiday Home M: Greenways N: Hotel Mint Flower Food O: 1980's A Nostalgic Restaurant P: Jubilee Restaurant Q: The Bungalow Restaurant