Mallika Dureja
Wayanad, renowned for its temperate climate throughout the year, is the ideal place to escape the scorching heat of North India. In addition to its cool climate, this location also features untouched forests, misty mountains, and extensive plantations. Wayanad, also known as the spice garden of India, is replete with tourist attractions and vast spice plantations, including cardamom, black pepper, star anise, fenugreek, and more. These green orchards of distinct spices impart a unique aroma to this location, which is complemented by the aroma of coffee plantations, the nutrition of organic fruits and vegetables, and the movement of paddy fields.
Having said so much about the city’s greenery, it is clear that it will have numerous wildlife sanctuaries, reserves, and national parks to protect the forest’s rural life. Wayanad is home to the largest earth dam in India and the second-largest earth dam in Asia, the Banasura Sagar Dam. Wayanad is a mecca for trekking, hiking, mountaineering, rock climbing, rappelling, and numerous other adventurous activities due to its imposing mountains, dense forests, and rushing rivers.
You can trek to India’s largest earth dam, Banasura Dam, or to Wayanad’s highest peak, Chembra Peak, to witness the sun setting behind the mountains. Edakkal Caves may contain artifacts from the Neolithic period, extending the list. Petroglyphs are prehistoric rock carvings used as a means of communication.
In addition, the monuments such as the Thirunelli Temple, the Karinthandan Temple, the Ancient Jain Temple, and a great deal more, serve as awe-inspiring illustrations of ancient architecture and religious beliefs. All of these threads will create a magnificent tapestry that will enhance your photo album and your life’s album.
