Wayanad City

About Wayanad City

Wayanad is situated in an elevated scenic mountainous plateau in Western Ghats. Wayanad lies between north latitude 11degree 26’28’’ and 11degree 48’22’’ and east longitude 75 degree 46’38’’ and 76 degree 26’11’’. Providing a panorama of undulating mist clad hills and a dale, Wayanad is blessed with an exclusive geographical position.Wayanad is well known for the luxuriant plantations of coffee, tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber, which are strewn all over the hills. The Nilgiris and Mysore bind Wayanad on the east. Wayanad also shares the borders with Coorg district of Karnataka on the north, on the south with Malappuram district and on the west with Calicut and Cannanore districts. The natural scenic beauty of Wayanad and its rich natural resources offer several opportunities for adventure tourism. The Wayanad travel guide explores various travel destinations in and around the Wayanad district.

Wayanad is known for its picturesque mist clad hill stations, sprawling spice plantations, luxuriant forests and rich cultural traditions. It is located at an altitude of 700-2100 m above the sea level. The leading tourist centres of South India like Ooty, Mysore, Coorg, Kozhikode and Kannur are around this region. Wayanad is one of the districts in Kerala that has been able to retain its pristine nature. Hidden away in the hills of this land are some of the oldest tribes, as yet untouched by civilisationThe leading tourist centres of South India like Ooty, Mysore, Bangalore, Coorg and Kannur are around this region.The hills, rocks and valleys which give shape to the very unique terrain of Wayanad provide for exceptional adventure experiences. For wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, Wayanad“s wildlife sanctuaries are must visit destinations.

Educational Institutions Wayanad City

CCSIT Muttil
Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala State - 04936 205902
Category: Education - Colleges & Universities

Co-operative Arts College
Kerala

Marymatha college
Mananthavady,Wayanad, Kerala

Pazhassiraja College
Pulpally, Kerala

St.Mary’s College
Kerala

Pookote Veterinary College
Pookote Veterinary College Road, Wayanad, Kerala

Pookode Veterinary College
Wayanad, Kerala

WMO Arts and science college
Wayanad, Kerala

Sanskrit College
Wayanad, Kerala

Don Bosco College
Sultan Bathery, Wayanad, Kerala

St .Mary’s College Boys Hostel
Wayanad, Kerala

BEd College
Wayanad, Kerala

Calicut Medical College Canteen
Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala

KMCT College of Engineering
Kozhikode, Kerala - 0495 2295395

St Joseph’s College Devagiri
Kozhikode, Kerala State 673008 - 0495 2355901

Chinmaya Institute of Technology, Chintech
Govindagiri, Chala, Kannur, Kerala, Govindagiri, Chala, Kannur, Kerala - 0497 2822923

Dental College
SH 24, Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala - 0495 2356781

KMO Arts & Science College
Koduvally, Koduvally Omassery Road, Kozhikode, Kerala

Nirmala Hospital And Nursing College
NH 212, Vellimadukunnu, Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala

Govt. Law College
NH 212, Vellimadukunnu, Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala

Tourist Attraction of Wayanad City

Thirunelly temple (32 km northeast of Mananthavady)
Surrounded by Kambamala, Karimala and Varadiga, the Thirunelly temple is a marvel of temple architecture. The shrine is shielded with 30 granite columns and the ground is paved with huge square pieces of granite. The crystal clear waters of the Papanasini river running downhill add to the enchantment of the place.

Pookot Lake, Wayanad Tour GuidePookot Lake
It is a natural fresh water lake, brimmed with ever green mountains. The weather here is salacious; the scenic beauty, hypnotising and the nature, unspoiled. Pookot lake tourist resort in Vythiri is the most sought after tourist spot of Wayanad. There is an aquarium and a green house here. Boating facilities also are available. Spices and handicraft items are also arranged for sale at Pookot. The lake has an area of 8.5ha. and the maximum water depth is 6.5mtrs. This lake is three kms.south of Vythiri.

Deer, Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, Wayanad Tour GuideMuthanga Wildlife Sanctuary
Muthanga, Which is 16 kms. east of Sulthan Bathery, is located very near to the Karnadaka border. Wild forests covering an area of 345 sq.kms form the Muthanga wild life sanctuary; the biggest abode of wild animals in Malabar. Elephant, spotted deer, bison, tiger, cheeta, wild bear, etc. are found in this sanctuary. The forest Department has facilities for providing elephant rides to tourists, here.

Sentinel Rock Waterfall
This waterfall is at Vellarimala village near Chooralmala in Meppadi panchayat. It is a picnic spot as well as a trekking centre. The sentinel rock, a rock of more than 200 m.in height, is ideal for rock climbing.

Pazhassi tomb (32 km northeast of Kalpetta)
The memorial of the ‘Lion of Kerala’ - Veera Pazhassi Raja - who organised the guerilla warfare against the British East India Company, is situated at Mananthavady. The Pulpally cave is where Pazhassi took refuge until he was captured by the British. The Glass Temple of Kottamunda (20 km away from Kalpetta): This temple is located on the slope of Vellarimala and is dedicated to Parswanatha Swamy of the Jain faith. The mirrors inside the temple walls reflect images of the icons in the temple’s sanctum sanctorum.

Banasura Sagar Dam
This is the largest earth dam in India. The topography here is such that many islands will be formed in the upstream of the dam when the dam is full. These islands with the background of the Banasura hill will provide a hypnotising sight to tourists.

Chembra Peak, Wayanad Tour GuideChembra Peak
The hills, rocks and valleys which contribute to the very unique character of Wayanad provide a lot for adventure tourism. Trekking to the Chembra peak is a risky mountaineering endeavour. Chembra peak, the highest hill in Wayanad, is near Meppady town. Trekking to the top of this peak takes almost a day. Tourists can also stay one or two days at the top of the peak in temporary camps. District Tourism Promotion Council provides guides, sleeping bags, canvases, huts and trekking implements on hire. The scenic beauty of Wayanad, which is visible from the top of Chambra, is very exhilerating.

Edakkal Cave
This location of breathtaking beauty is three kilometres from Ambalavayal which is 25 kilometres from Kalpetta. The Edakkal cave in the Ambukuthy mountain, is not a cave in the real sense.

Pakshipathalam(10 km from Thirunelly)
Pakshipathalam in the Brahmagiri hills at Thirunelli, is a challenging tourist spot for any adventure seeking tourist. To reach Pakshipathalam seventeen kilometres have to be covered through wild forest. The deep rock caves, formed among the thick blocks of rocks at the northern top end of the Brahmagiri, are the abode of various birds and wild beasts. Special permission has to be obtained from Forest Department to go to Pakshipathalam. District Tourism Promotion Council arranges vehicle, guides, camping equipments, etc. to the tourists, on hire.

Pazhassi Raja Tomb
Pazhassi Tourist Resort at Mananthavady is a good picnic centre in north Wayanad. There is a good aquarium here. Coin-operated toys for children and boating facilities for tourists are available here. Pazhassi Raja, the Lion of Kerala, who organised guerilla type warfare against British East India Company, was cremated here in 1805.

Soochippara Waterfall
The waterfalls at Soochippara near Meppadi is really a treasure of nature, yet to be discovered. The stretches of waterfalls ranging at places from 100 to 300 feet height is a treat to the eyes. The pool below, provides for water rafting, swimming, bathing,etc. The tree top huts at Soochippara give an unique view of the valleys of the Western Ghats and the glimmering shallow waters of the surrounding springs.

Thirunelly Temple
Thirunelly is situated 29 kms.north east of Mananthavady under the Brahmarigi hills in the reserve forests. The temple at Thirunelly is often called ‘Thekkan Kasi’ It is believed that a bath in the holy water of ‘Papanasini’ will wipe off all the sins. Apart from the temple, Thirunelly is a place of scenic beauty. Pakshipathalam, an interesting trekking centre, is 7 kms. away from the temple.

Boys town (15 km north of Mananthavady)
Herbal garden, nature care centre, sericulture unit, perma-culture centre etc., established by the Wayanad Social Service Society and Jean Park (the Indo-Danish project for promoting herbal gardening) are situated here.

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.

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.

Kuruva Island, Wayanad Tour GuideKuruva Island
The Kuruva island, 950 acres of ever green forest on the tributaries of east flowing river Kabani, is an ideal picnic spot, far away from the disturbances of city life. The island is uninhabited. Rare species of birds, orchids and herbs are the sovereigns of this supernal kingdom. It is 17 Kms. east of Mananthavady and 40 kms. north west of Sulthan Bathery.

Lakkidi
One of the highest locations in Wayanad, Lakkidi also commands a picturesque scenery. It is about 58 kms. north east of Kozhikode and five kms. south of Vythiri. Lakkidi, the gate way of Wayanad, lies atop Thamarassery, a ghat pass at an elevation of 700 m. above mean sea level.The lofty mountain peaks, the gurging stream, luxuriant vegetation and the bird’s eye view of the deep valley on the south, with its winding roads, are breath taking. The 12 kms.long journey from Adivaram to Lakkidi through ghat road with nine hairpin bends amidst thick forests, is a fascinating experience.

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.

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.

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation in Wayanad City

Haritagiri Hotel & Ayurvedic Village
Kalpetta,Waynad,Kerala,South India, Wayanad, Kerala 673576 - 022 66181940

Orchid Resorts
Wayanad, Kerala

Fortune Hotel Calicut
Kannur Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 673006 - 049 5276 8888

The Beach Orchid
Beach, Udaipur, 691001 - 0474 2769999

Hotel Asma Tower
NH 17, Kozhikode, Kerala 673004 - 09847611275

Jungle Home Resort
12, Evergreen Street, 1st Main,, Bandipur, Chamarajnagar, Karnataka 560016 - 080 28516050

bandipur resorts
bandipur resort outy higway, bandipur, Karnataka 560076 - 080 26483147

Jungle Retreat Wayanad Rated 4.9 out of 5.0 8
Thirunelli Tholpetty Road, Thirunelli, Wayanad, Kerala 682398 - 09620310449

The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Rated 3.4 out of 5.0 33
P.T.Usha Road Kerela, Jaipur, Rajasthan 673032 - 0495 2765354

Hotel Kadavu Resort 25
NH 17 Calicut Bye Pass Road, Post Office Feroke College, Calicut, 673 632 - 0483 2830023

Climate & weather

During the hot weather the temperature goes up to a maximum of 35 °C and during the cold weather the temperature goes down to 10 °C. The more perceived temperature variation in the last 5-6 years is in the range of 18-28 degree Celsius. The average rainfall is 2,500 mm per year.

History of Wayanad City

In ancient times the land was ruled by the Vedar Rajas. Kurumbranadu Royal Dynasty of Kannur held rights to the land in early 18th century. It briefly came under the rule of the Kingdom of Mysore as it campaigned in the Malabar coast. Pazhassi Raja of Kurumbranadu helped the British in their fight against Tipu Sultan. Following Mysore’s withdrawal the Raja and the British parted their ways. And in 1799,after the fall of Tipu, the British took over Wayanad. Pazhassi Rajah engaged in a prolonged guerrilla war with the British until he was killed in 1805. When the state of Kerala came into being in 1956, Wayanad was a part of Kannur district; later in 1957 south Wayanad was added to Kozhikode district and north Wayanad remained with Kannur district. By amalgamating the north Wayanad and south Wayanad, the present Wayanad district came into being on the 1st November 1980 comprising of three taluks; Vythiry, Mananthavady and Sulthan Bathery.

How to reach Wayanad City

• Nearest Railway Station: Nearest railway station: Kozhikode

• Nearest Airport:Nearest airport: Kozhikode

• Road Transport:Well connected by roads from Kozhikode, Kannur, Ooty (175 km from Kalpetta) and Mysore (140 km from Kalpetta).

Location info

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Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, BSNL, and Vi all provide coverage across Kerala. 4G is reliable in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and along the coastal belt. Coverage may be weaker in remote sections of the Western Ghats, deep forest reserves, and certain backwater stretches. Most hotels, houseboats, and cafes in tourist areas offer free Wi-Fi.

Food & restaurants nearby

Food options are available in the nearest town. Kerala cuisine — fish curry, appam with stew, puttu, and Kerala sadhya — is widely available and famously delicious.

Helpline & emergency contacts

Tourist Helpline: 1364 (toll-free, 24×7). Police: 112 (all-India emergency). Ambulance: 108. Women’s Helpline: 1091. Kerala Police Tourist Helpline: +91-471-2722255.

Nearest petrol pump

Petrol pumps are available in the nearest town or on the approach road — check locally for the closest option.

Best time to visit Wayanad City

The best time to visit Wayanad City is from November to February when the weather is pleasant for city exploration and sightseeing. March–May is hot but the city offers indoor attractions. The monsoon season (June–September) brings heavy rainfall but the city is less crowded.

Timings & opening hours

Cities are accessible 24 hours. Specific attractions within the city have their own timings. Markets are typically open from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday to Saturday.

Entry fee & tickets

No entry fee for entering cities. Specific attractions within the city have their own fee structures. City museums, parks, and heritage walks may have nominal charges.

Duration needed

1–3 days to explore major attractions. City tours can be done in a day. Specific neighbourhood and market exploration requires additional time.

Safety tips

Kerala’s cities are generally safe for tourists. Take standard urban precautions: watch your belongings in crowded markets and bus stands, use registered taxis or app-based cabs, avoid isolated areas after dark, and keep emergency numbers handy. Traffic can be chaotic — cross roads with caution.

Things to carry

Comfortable walking shoes, a city map or offline GPS, a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, a hat, camera, power bank for phone (long days of navigation and photography drain batteries), and an umbrella. Carry minimal cash — digital payments are widely accepted in Kerala cities.

Nearby visiting places

Edakkal Caves, Banasura Sagar Dam, Pookkode Lake, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, Chembra Peak, Kuruva Island, Thirunelli Temple, Soochipara Waterfall

Nearest airport, railway & bus

Nearest Airport: Calicut International Airport (CCJ) (approximately 40 km). Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station. The destination is well-connected by Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses and private taxis from major towns.

Things to do at Wayanad City

Explore the city’s historic neighbourhoods and landmarks, visit museums and cultural centres, shop for spices, textiles, and handicrafts at local markets, try local cuisine at restaurants and street food stalls, take a heritage walk through old quarters, visit nearby beaches and backwaters (in coastal cities), enjoy the evening at waterfront promenades, and experience the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

Things to visit & highlights

The city’s historic landmarks and cultural institutions, local markets and shopping areas, parks and waterfront promenades, temples, churches, and mosques, museums and galleries, restaurants serving local cuisine, and the overall urban character that reflects the city’s unique identity.

Frequently asked questions

How many days should I spend in this city? — 2–3 days is sufficient to cover major attractions. A longer stay allows deeper exploration of neighbourhoods, markets, and nearby attractions. What is the best way to get around? — Auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs (Uber, Ola) are convenient. City buses are available but can be crowded. Walking is pleasant in historic neighbourhoods. What is the local food speciality? — Each city has its own culinary specialities. Don’t miss trying local Kerala cuisine including seafood, appam with stew, puttu, and Kerala sadhya.