Travel Tips: September is the best month to visit Wayanad, visit these places!

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Wayanad is a very beautiful place in South India. Wayanad, situated amidst the mountains of the Western Ghats, is a popular hill station in the state of Kerala. This place is known for its beauty, spice plantations, forests, and wildlife. The best time to visit Wayanad is from October to April. During this time the weather here is favorable for sightseeing. This place is best for spending time with family or partner.

Top 5 places to visit in Wayanad

1. Wayanad Wild Life Sanctuary

The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is home to many beautiful and endangered flora and fauna. It is a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Established in 1973, the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary adjoins the areas of Nagarhole and Bandipur in Karnataka and Mudumalai in Tamil Nadu. Coming here you can see teak, bamboo, and rosewood trees.

2. Chembra Peak

Chembra Peak, the highest peak in the Wayanad Hills, situated just 8 km south of Kalpetta, is a sight to behold. This place is surrounded by greenery from all sides. If you are fond of trekking, then do not miss this place at all.

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3. Banasura Dam

Banasura Dam is the largest earthen dam in India and the second-largest dam in Asia. One can enjoy activities like speed boating, trekking, and camping at Banasura Dam.

4. Edakkal Caves

These caves are especially known for their carvings. Edakkal Caves are located at Ambukutty Mala, 25 km from Kalpetta. If you are interested in knowing art and history, then you will get to see a lot here.

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5. Soochipara Falls

Soochipara Falls also known as Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, its water falls from a height of about 200 meters. The special attraction of this place is the tree top, from where you can admire the valleys of the Western Ghats. Those who are fond of trekking and rock climbing must visit here.

How to reach Wayanad?

Wayanad is connected to most of the cities of South India by road and railways. The nearest railway station to reach here is Kozhikode.