Located at the northeastern tip of Kerala at an altitude of 700m to 2100 m above sea level, Wayanad Hill Station is kissed by the three rivers- Manansthavady, Kabini, and Panamaram rivers. Wayanad Hill Station is steeped with lush green vegetation, affluent paddy fields, mist-capped hills, fragrant air reverberating all over the place making it a paradise on earth. It means a land fraught with paddy fields (from Vayalnadu in Malayalam language). It is one of the most picturesque hill stations in Kerala.

The climate of Wayanad Hill Station is influenced by the southwest monsoon during the months of June to September. During the Northeast monsoon too in the months of October and November there is good rainfall. July receives the highest rainfall while February is the driest month. April and May are the hottest months while January and February are the coldest.

PLACES TO SEE:

Pookat Lake
Pookat Lake is a natural fresh water lake bordered by evergreen woods and undulating hillocks. A fresh water aquarium with large variety of fish, boating facilities, children's park and a shopping centre for handicrafts and spices are added attractions here.

Kuruvadweep
This 950 acre virgin island on the eastward bound Kabani River is an ideal picnic destination. The wooded stretch of land is home to rare species of birds, orchids and herbs.

Thirunelly Temple
Encompassed by the three rivers- 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 further augment the delight of the place.

Pazhassi Tomb
The memorial of Veera Pazhassi Raja, 'The lion of Kerala' who structured the guerilla warfare against the British East India Company, is sited at Mananthavady. The Pulpally cave is where Veer Pazhassi Raja took refuge until the British captured him.

The Glass Temple of Kottamunda
Located on the slope of Vellarimala, the Glass Temple of Kottamunda is dedicated to Parswanatha Swamy of the Jain faith. The mirrors inside the temple walls reflect images of the icons in the temple's sanctorum.

Pakshipathalam
This place can be accessed only by trekking. Rare species of birds can be sighted from the watch tower of this bird sanctuary.

Boy's Town
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.

Chembra Peak
Positioned at 2100 m above sea, Chembra Peak the highest peak in Wayanad level is ideal area for trekking.

Getting There
An enjoyable climb of about 1100 meters of a distance of 90kms (time taken: 2 hours) from Calcutta brings you to the cool comforts of Wayanad.