Wayanad Rustic Region

Wayanad is a fine little destination tucked away in the higher regions of the picturesque Western Ghats in the state of Kerala

. The region offers tourists a glimpse of Indian rural life in its original settings thus, offering them a unique experience like none other. The hill station with its rustic surroundings, paddy fields, serene and peaceful ambience acts as the perfect destination for tourists looking for an escape from the urban jungle and the stress and chaos following it. In fact, Wayanad does attract a large tourist crowd and is one of the leading tourist destinations of Kerala.

The region is bestowed with rich natural beauty which keeps tourists mesmerized, making them return to this mystical destination over and over again. The region is believed to have derived its name from two Tamil words (Vayal + Naad), Vayal meaning Paddy field and Naad meaning land thus, literally meaning land of the paddy fields. Another popular belief behind the name of the region is that, it was once known as Mayakshetra (Mayas Land) from where it evolved to Mayanad and finally to Wayanad.

Wayanad with its healthy combination of fun and relaxation is an interesting place to explore and visit. There are quite a few interesting tourist destinations which can be visited like, the Chembra Peak, Neelimala, Meenmutty Falls, Chethalayam Falls, Pakshipathalam, Banasura Sagar Dam, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Muthanga Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Tholpetty, Jain Temple, Edakkal Caves, Pazhassi Rajas Tomb, Pookote Lake, sentinel Rock Falls, Kanthanpara Falls, Sunrise Valley and much more.

In addition to sightseeing there are plenty of other interesting outdoor activities offered in the region from enjoying the spectacular views of the region, engaging in various sorts of adventure sports activity like trekking, hiking, nature walks and much more. Tourists can also explore the charming little markets of the region famed for its coffee, tea, cocoa, pepper, plantain and vanilla among others.

Being one of the popular tourist destinations of Kerala, there is no dearth of good hotels in Wayanad offering cozy and comfortable lodging facilities across various budget categories thus, catering to varied tastes and preferences of the myriad of travelers visiting the region.

Wayanad enjoying a salubrious climate has no best time to visit and as such can be visited throughout the year. The region is also well connected to the rest of the state as well as neighboring areas by means of air, rail and roadways.

by: Rashmii

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