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Wayanad - Accommodation In The Lap Of Western Ghats   By: rashmiranjan patil
Wayanad, a picturesque location nestled among the lush green landscapes of the Western Ghats, is a part of the south Indian state of Kerala. A land known for its abundant natural beauty and greenery, Wayanad is a feather in the cap of Kerala. It is set at an altitude ranging from 700 to 2100 meters above sea level. A picturesque hill station set amidst unpolluted landscapes and luxuriant greenery, Wayanad has a plethora of attractions to offer to its visitors. As per the archeological excavations conducted in the area, the existence of Wayanad had been traced back to more than three thousand years. Historians are also of the opinion that structured human life had been in existence in Wayanad for at least ten centuries before Christ. Moreover, many evidences of the New Stone Age civilization can also be found in Wayanad. The two caves located in the Ambukuthimala (popularly called Edakkal Caves), with carvings and writings from the ancient ages, offers prime examples of the ancient life and civilization of Wayanad. According to etymologists, the region was called Mayakshetra (Land of Maya) in the ancient times. It later evolved into Mayanad and eventually came to be known as Wayanad. But according to local fables, the name Wayanad derived from the words Vayal (paddy field) and Naad (land), meaning 'The Land of Paddy Fields'. A land that was home to numerous tribal populations from ancient times, Wayanad still houses many indigenous tribes. Wayanad is a favourite tourist destination of people from all over the globe. As such, Wayanad is replete with accommodation options. Wayanad Hotels cover a wide variety of categories like budget, deluxe, premium, luxury and resort among others. Presently, homestays are the most preferred type of Wayanad Hotels. Some of the popular Wayanad Hotels are Varnam Homestay, Fringe Ford, Green Leaves Habitat, Jungle Retreat, Greenex Farms, Tropical Forest Homestays, Wynberg Resorts, Pranavam Homestays, Green Mount Cottage, Glenora Homestay, Wayanad Neverland Homestay, The Windflower Resort and Spa, Pepper Green Village, Misty Mount Homestay, Vythiri Resort, Edakkal Hermitage, Tamarind Thirunelly, Herbal Nest, Lantern Stay, Tranquil Hideaway, Jungle Park Resort, Karapuzha Lakeshore Resort, Aquawoods, Tea Garden Resorts, Westerm Ghats Resort and Banasura Hydel Resort, to name a few. Some of the facilities offered by Wayanad Hotels are pick and drop facilities, laundry services, in-house restaurant, travel assistance, sightseeing arrangements, car parking, comfortable spacious rooms with exotic views, swimming pool and recreation room among others. It is wise to do advance booking with Wayanad Hotels, especially during the peak season. Almost all Wayanad Hotels are economically priced to suit the pockets of an ordinary traveller. The Wayanad Hotels also offer numerous holiday/honeymoon packages for their customers at discounted rates, especially during off season.(read entire article)
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Wayanad - Enjoying The Wild Life   By: rashmiranjan patil
Wayanad, a beautiful hilly district in the Western Ghats and located in the southern region of the Deccan plateau has a lush green dense cover of forests, deep valleys, lofty ridges and beautiful lakes. It is also an ideal destination for trekking and camping. Wrapped in the lush embrace of a tropical rainforest, Wayanad is a perfect harmony with nature, pristine and waiting to be explored. Wayanad is strategically located and is a convenient stop over point between Bangalore and Mysore. Wayanad gets a lot of weekend tourists. Wayanad is also located near the other tourist locations like Ooty and Coorg. There are too many Wayanad packages to choose from. The tourists visiting Wayanad can choose the many Wayanad packages offered by a lot of hotels, tour operators and travel planners that will ensure that they get the best package according to their budget and taste. With the numerous trekking trails and hiking paths, Wayanad is a trekker's delight. Take a hike up the Chembra Peak, 2100 metres above sea level, and enjoy the walk as well as the views from the top. There is a lake at the top which promises spectacular views. The other trekking trails included in the Wayanad packages are a trek to Pakshipaathalam, a formation of large boulders deep in the forests and the natural rock cave in the Brahmagiri Hills that attracts a lot of avid trekkers. Wayanad has a rich history. Wayanad packages to Sultan Bathery, a small town in Wayanad that derives its name from the Nizam of Hyderabad Tipu Sultan are available for all the history buffs. Tipu built a fort that was known as Sultan's Battery, as he used this place to store ammunition. Pazhassi Raja, christened as the 'Lion of Kerala' by the British for his valour, was the first to fight a guerrilla war against them. In the memory of Pazhassi Raja a tomb has been built near Mananthavady. Wayanad has a lot of ancient stone-age sites. Edakkal Caves with petroglyphs thought to date back over 3000 years is believed to be in existence from the New Stone Age. This ancient rock shelter, 4000 feet up the mountain near Ambalavayal, is famous for the rock art depicting human and animal carvings. This protected monument is a must visit and is reached by a steep flight of steps. For the religiously zealous, Wayanad packages to the Ananthanatha Swamy Temple, popularly referred to as the Jain Temple, the Tirunelli Temple, Papanasini, Valliyoorkavu Temple, Sita Lava Kusha Temple, Thrissilery Shiva Temple and the Pallikkunnu Church is a must. The nearest airport is the Karipur international airport in Kozhikode and the nearest railway station to Wayanad is the Kozhikode railway station.(read entire article)
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Jaipur - In The Heart Of Rajasthan   By: rashmiranjan patil
Jaipur, one of the finest planned cities in India is also known as the Pink City owing to the number of buildings and monuments that glorify the past which were built imitating the red sand stone architecture of Mughal cities. Jaipur is also the capital of the biggest state in India, Rajasthan and is one of the major tourist centers which attract Indian as well as international travelers. One of the places in the Golden Triangle of Jaipur-Delhi-Agra, Jaipur is a well-equipped tourist destination with its numerous hotels that range from luxury to budget ones. The main budget Jaipur hotels include, Hotel Kalyan, Hotel Ramsingh Palace, Chit Chat Guest House, Krishna Palace, Bhim Vilas, Youth Hostel, Pearl Palace, Pink Petals Inn, Satkar Hotel, Sudheer Palace Guest House, The Karan's Guest House, Explorer's Nest, Arya Niwas, Athithi Guest House, Sangam Hotel, Karni Niwas and Pink City Guest House. The main mid-range Jaipur Hotels are Hotel Megh Niwas, Krishna Palace, Naila Bagh Palace, Hotel Umaid Lake Palace, Jaipur Inn, Sumathi Villa, Hotel Mandakini Nirmal, Hotel Mandakini Castle, Arya Niwas Hotel, Hotel Classic Holidays, Loharu house, Umaid Bhawan, Umaid Mahal, Sarang Palace, Colonel's homestead Jaipur, Deogarh Mahal and Anurag Vilas. Jaipur has a long list of excellent expensive hotels that treat their guests royally. The names of a few such hotels are, Naila Bagh Palace Heritage Home Hotel, Fort Madhogarh, and Village sancharia, Oberoi Raj Vilas Palace Hotel, The Trident Hotel, Westin and the Taj Rambagh Palace Hotel. Other than the luxury hotels, mid-range hotels and budget hotels in Jaipur, the wide range of Jaipur Hotels can be categorized under heritage hotels, deluxe hotels, economy hotels, guest houses or family hotels, traditional hotels, service apartments and farm houses. Chokhi Dhani is an ethnic resort in Rajasthan on the Jaipur-Tonk road at about 18 km from the city. Fine accommodation along with evening fun-fares is the real attraction in Chokhi Dhani. Live performances of music and art forms of Rajasthan can be enjoyed here. One can explore the real life style of the Rajasthanis in addition to rides on elephants, camels and bullock-carts. The folk art forms can be enjoyed also without availing the accommodation facilities in Chokhi Dhani. Jaipur International airport is the nearest airport from where domestic as well as international flights are there. Reaching Jaipur by train is one of the cheapest ways to reach here since the Indian Railway connects Jaipur with all the major cities in the country. There are three main railway stations in Jaipur namely, Jaipur Junction, Durgapura and Gandhinagar. The Rajasthan State Road transport Corporation runs bus services from Jaipur to Delhi every half an hour. Express bus services to several cities and towns within Rajasthan are also available.(read entire article)
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Bangalore - Exploring The 'garden City'   By: rashmiranjan patil
Bangalore, currently re-named Bengaluru is the capital city of the South Indian state of Karnataka. A fast growing metropolis with numerous attractions to offer, Bangalore is often called the 'Silicon Valley of India'. This is owing to the presence of innumerable companies in the Information Technology sector in and around the city. Formerly known as 'the Garden City of India', Bangalore enjoys favourable weather conditions throughout the year. This has ensured that the city is a preferred location for the elderly who wants to spend a relaxed life after their retirement. Hence, Bangalore is often called 'Pensioner's Paradise' as well. Apart from the high tech industries and software companies, Bangalore also houses many educational institutions and scientific establishments, which are counted among the best in the entire country. Bangalore is a destination that offers something or the other for each and every visitors of this magnificent metropolis. As a destination that is abundantly endowed with a pleasant climate, luxuriant green gardens, well maintained parks, beautiful lakes and numerous other attractions, Bangalore is a complete package in itself. As a whole, Bangalore Packages offers just about everything to please its visitors. There is no dearth of Bangalore Packages in the offing. One can pick and choose from a wide range of Bangalore packages while travelling to Bangalore. Most of the Bangalore Packages include facilities like Welcome Drinks on arrival, Accommodation on twin sharing basis for the duration of the stay, Transfer from railway station/airport to the hotel, Daily breakfast at the hotel, Air-conditioned car for the duration of the stay, Intercity transfer and sightseeing as per the itinerary, complimentary dinner on the last night of the stay, laundry services and travel assistance among others. The major attractions that are featured in any of the Bangalore packages are Lal Bagh (botanical garden laid out by the famous King of Mysore, Hyder Ali), Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha (legislative assembly of Karnataka), the Bangalore Palace (built by a Wodeyar king in 1887), which is known for its excellent carvings and interesting paintings, ISKCON Temple, Bull Temple, Gangadhareshware Temple, Dhramaraja Temple, St. Mary's Church, St. Patrick's Church, Jumma Masjid, Ulsoor Lake, Hebbal Lake, Sankey Tank and Madivala Tank, to name a few. Bangalore packages also include excursions and tours to many other popular tourist destinations that lie in and around Bangalore like the Bannerghatta National Park, Nrityagram (Dance Village), Brindavan, (in Whitefield, which is the summer residence of Satya Sai Baba), the Big Banyan Tree, Pearl Valley, Savanadurga, Sangama & Mekedattu, Ramnagara (famous for being the location where the Super hit Hindi film, Sholay, was shot), Ghati Subramanya, Kolar, Magadi, Sri Siddalingeswara Yoga Vana Hills, Manchanabele Dam, Janapada Loka, Shivaganga, Devrayanadurga, Pyramid Valley and Nandi Hills among others.(read entire article)
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Bangalore - Living In Style   By: rashmiranjan patil
Bangalore, also known as Bengaluru, is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bangalore is also called the Garden City due to the numerous gardens and the extensive green cover. Located at an altitude of 1000 metres above sea level, Bangalore is India's third most populous city. Of late, Bangalore is also called the hub for India's information technology sector and the land of software engineers. Bangalore was founded by Kempe Gowda. Bangalore was also ruled by a number of rulers and dynasties, including the rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire and Tipu Sultan. The main attractions in and around Bangalore are the Bangalore Palace, Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore's Secretariat and the State Legislature building, Bull temple, ISKON temple, Tipu's palace, Bannarghetta Biological Park, Lal Bagh, Cubbon Park and Nandi hills. Bangalore is a major business destination. Being a commercial center, Bangalore is packed with all types of hotels, be it budget, mid-range or the luxurious kind. Being frequented by a lot of business travellers, Bangalore has a lot of mid-range hotels catering to them. More than the all the deluxe facilities, these Bangalore hotels have huge meeting and conference halls with all the facilities, in-house restaurants, free Wi Fi and internet facilities. Most of the budget and mid-range Bangalore hotels are found conveniently around the Kempagowda bus stand and the Bangalore City railway station. Some of the Bangalore hotels in the budget category are Hotel Adora, Brindavan Hotel, Hotel Ajantha, Citizen Lodge and Chandra Vihar. The tariff these budget rooms may be in the range of Rs. 500 to Rs. 700. You may get a room in mid-range Bangalore Hotels from as less as Rs. 900. But if you are looking for a more spacious room in the quieter localities, then you will have to shell out anything between Rs. 2000 to Rs. 3000 a night. Serviced apartments are available around a lot of business parks. Casa Piccolo Serviced Apartments, Tristar Apartments, Bride, Ballal Residency, and Melange are some of the service apartments that cater to the business travellers. In some of these Bangalore Hotels a small kitchenette is also available. Bangalore has its own share of luxury hotels. These five star hotels have furnished rooms with attached wash rooms, waiting lounges, fireplaces and all the other modern facilities like gyms, salons, massage parlours, multi-cuisine restaurants and garden areas and come in the range of Rs. 8000 to Rs. 12,000. The Oberoi, Lalit Ashok, Oakwood Premier Prestige, The Pride, Iris, Taj West End, Taj Vivanta, Taj Kuteeram, The Leela, The Park, Royal Orchid, Le Meridian and the Chancery Pavilion are some of the five star Bangalore hotels. Bangalore is well connected to all the cities by road, rail and air.(read entire article)
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Jaipur - Enjoying Royalty   By: rashmiranjan patil
Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, probably the most vibrant state, and draws millions of tourists from all over the world. Jaipur was built by the ruler of Amber, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 18th century and is believed to be the first ever planned city of India. It has been planned as per the various norms of the vaastu shastra and is sub-divided into nine rectangular sectors symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe. Jaipur is dotted with heritage buildings painted in the unique colour of terracotta pink, giving Jaipur the name, the pink city. To enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Jaipur it is better to choose a Jaipur package that suits your interest and budget. A lot of Jaipur Packages are on offer to the tourists by hotels and tour operators whether they are interested in religion, adventure, history, wildlife, or even leisure. Jaipur is home to numerous forts which were built by the valiant Rajputs to safe guard their people. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort are some of the forts found in and around Jaipur. If it is the opulent palaces that interest you, a Jaipur package including a visit to the numerous palaces in Jaipur is the best way to enjoy royalty. Some of the palaces to visit are the City Palace, Jal Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Hawa Mahal and Amber Palace. Jaipur's City Palace, a huge complex in itself, houses the Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khas and Mubarak Mahal. The royal residents still live within the palace in the Chandra Mahal. Jaipur is a shopper's haven and is often referred to as the 'Craft Capital of India'. The State Handicrafts Emporiums run by the Rajasthan Government offer anything to the tourist right from the hand block printed garments, tie and dye dresses, Jaipur quilts, silver jewellery and enamel bangles. A visit to Jaipur will be incomplete without indulging oneself on the local speciality of dal-bati-choorma. A lot of restaurants serve authentic Rajasthani food in a traditional setting. Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the state museum of Rajasthan. The museum has a rich collection of artefacts like miniature paintings, carpets, ivory, stone and metal sculptures and crystal items. The Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical instruments, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II between 1727 and 1734. This observatory is modelled after the one that he had built in Delhi. The Jaipur observatory is the largest and one of the best preserved observatories in India. Jaipur can be very hot during the summer months. The best time to visit Jaipur is during winter. Jaipur is well connected by road, rail and air to major destinations in India.(read entire article)
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Agra - An Interesting Exploration Of The City Of Taj   By: rashmiranjan patil
Popularly known as the city of Taj, Agra is the main tourist attraction in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Filled with age old monuments and heritage houses, Agra is bestowed with two main world heritage sites, Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Agra Packages provide tourists of Agra an easy way to explore the city of Taj with minimum effort and time. A number of other places like Itmud-ud-Daulah tomb and Sikandra are also covered in these Agra Packages. The erstwhile capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra is situated on the banks of the River Yamuna. Many well-known Agra Packages usually cover places in the golden triangle of the tourism map of India, Jaipur and Delhi along with Agra. There are Agra Packages named, Fun at New Delhi and Agra, Golden Triangle, Rajasthan-A Royal Rendezvous, Heritage and Culture Tour that are good tour packages of well-known hotels and travel agencies in Agra. Accommodation including breakfast and to and fro transportation from railway station or airport is provided by these Agra Packages. All these packages usually have a one night stay at Agra. Taj Mahal tops the itinerary of any Agra Package. Taj Mahal is a marvelous marble mausoleum made by Emperor Shah Jahan for his dear wife Mumthaz Mahal. One of the Seven Wonders of the World as well as India's Pride, the Taj Mahal is situated in a huge compound, surrounded by beautiful gardens and fountains. Taj Mahal is one of the most well-preserved and maintained monuments in the world and a masterpiece of Indian Muslim architecture. The ground of the complex has several other beautiful buildings, reflecting pools and a small gift shop. Agra is a place with an eventful history and has a lot of stories to tell. Ruled by the Mughal for over three centuries, Agra is a treasure trove of art and architecture with most of its buildings built during the reign of the architectural connoisseurs in the Mughal history, Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan. The Agra Fort is another such architectural wonder gifted by the Mughal Emperor, Akbar. Just about 1 km from the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort is a red sandstone building that houses many other interesting buildings like the Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khaas, Sheesh Mahal, Jahangir Palace, Khaas Mahal, Musamman Burj and the Pearl Mosque. Rounding the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort, Agra Packages usually proceed to the other attractions in Agra namely, Itmud-ud-Daulah tomb and the world heritage site, Fatehpur Sikri. Fatehpur Sikri also has many interesting buildings inside it. While on Agra tour one should not forget to buy the sweets of Agra which are quite famous among the tourists. Interesting things like miniature marble models of the Taj can also be bought from Agra.(read entire article)
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Agra - Stay In The Land Of Taj   By: rashmiranjan patil
Taj Mahal in Agra, situated on the banks of Yamuna River, is considered as the most visited place by the travellers in India. India is known as the land of Taj Mahal in the foreign countries. The foreign tourists consider that no trip to India is complete without a visit to this 17th century eternal monument of love. The other tourist attractions in Agra are Agra Fort and the nearby Fatehpur Sikri. In fact all the three monuments are in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This monument of white marble, built between 1631 and 1648, was the symbol of love of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan towards his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal. This masterpiece of Indian Muslim architecture is considered as the most photographed monument in the world. The emperor was also buried in the Taj Mahal premises next to his most beloved wife. The Taj Mahal, considered as one of the Seven Wonders in World, is open to visitors from 6.00 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. except on Friday. The other tourist attraction in Agra is the Agra Fort. Similar in layout to Red Fort in Delhi, the Agra Fort was built by Emperor Akbar during the year from 1565 to 1571. The Agra Fort is better preserved unlike the Red Fort in Delhi which was razed to the ground by the Britishers after the First War of Independence. Fatehpur Sikri, situated about 35 km from Agra, was also built by Emperor Akbar. This 16th century monument comprises Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India. Other attractions in Agra are Sikandra, Itmadud Daula, Soor Sarovar, Jama Masjid, Diwan-i-Am and Buland Darwaza. Agra is 200 km from Delhi and is one of the points of the tourist's Golden Triangle of Agra-Delhi-Jaipur. Agra is well connected by air, rail and road. The best time to visit Agra is during the winter months from September to March. Agra has large number of hotels. Among the high-end Agra hotels are Clarks Shiraz, Orient Taj, Mansingh Palace, Grand Hotel, ITC Mughal, Howard Sarovar Portico, Utkarsh Vilas, Hotel Amar, Oberoi Amarvilas, Trident Hilton, ITC Mughal, Radisson Hotel, The Gateway Hotel, Wyndham Grand, and Hotel Marina. These high-end Agra hotels offer modern facilities like made-to order meals, laundry, a/c rooms, generator, room service and bar. Among the medium and budget range Agra hotels are Dayal Lodge, Hotel Mandakini Villas, Laurie's Hotel, Hotel Raj, Rajmahal Hotel, Hotel Sheela, Hotel Amba Inn, Hotel Kamal, Hotel Neel Kanth, Youth Hostel, Saniya Palace, Shanti lodge, Harshit Paying Guest House, Hotel Priya, Hotel Taj Resorts, Pawan Hotel, Saniya Palace Inn, Hotel Royale Residency, Hotel Sidhartha, Amba Inn Hotel, Hotel Sakura, Apollo Hotel, Hotel Anand Villa and Basera Hotel.(read entire article)
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Wayanad - Luxurious Stay In God's Own Country   By: rashmiranjan patil
Known as the 'The Green Paradise', Wayanad is situated in the state of Kerala popular for its lush greenery and amazing scenery. The name Wayanad is believed to be derived from the word 'Vayal Nadu' which means paddy field. The hill station lies between the Western Ghats and consists of three taluks. Perched at an altitude of 2100 m, Wayanad is famous for a variety of endangered animals and varied vegetation. Besides tourism its revenue mainly depends on the export of tea and other spices. The Wayand district has a very old history of three thousand years of inhabitation and the ruins of Stone Age civilization can be found here. Pazhassi Raja, Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan had ruled the area and later the region came under the rule of the British. Some of them are Edakkal Caves, Meenmutti Falls, Soochipara Falls, Pookot Lake, Chembra Peak, Kuruva Dweep, Neelimala View Point, Thirunelli Temple and Sulthan Batheri. The Edakkal Caves can be reached by trekking of 1 km distance and is famous for pre-historic paintings. The wildlife sanctuary in Wayanad is also a favoured destination for the visitors. The accommodation in Wayanad is costlier as the Wayanad Hotels include mainly luxurious types. Cottages and Resorts are common here. They are fully furnished with all amenities and provide arrangements for sightseeing too. Ayurvedic treatment and spa facilities are also available in some hotels. Hotels in the budget range provide comfortable rooms with centralized air conditioning and complimentary breakfast. The five star Wayanad Hotels rated Vythiri Hotel with all modern facilities. This hotel is very near to the national highway as well as near to some of the major tourist destinations. This hotel provides fully furnished rooms with all facilities like swimming pool, ayurveda and spa centre, medical and laundry services, outdoor activities, business centre, bonfire, multi-cuisine restaurant and many others. This hotel has 48 deluxe rooms and cottages to stay and relax. The medium luxury hotels in the area are Banasura Hill Resort, Rain Country Resort, Green Gates Hotel, Upavan Resort, Royal Palm Resort, Better Homestay and Wayanad Silver Woods Resort. These hotels also provide various recreational facilities like in the luxury hotels with various types of rooms. Central heating, airport transfer, health club, medical services and safe deposit locker are offered by these hotels. Some of these hotels organize trekking, rock climbing, rafting and camping out with the supervision of a professional guide. Sweet Home, Pranavam Holidays, The Chembra Heritage, Green Mount Cottages, Rain Country Resorts, Aranyakam Homestay, kalindi River Resort and The Woodlands are some of the budget hotels in the area. These are comparatively cheaper and provide all possible facilities. They also offer deluxe, executive rooms, suites and cottages.(read entire article)
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Wayanad - In The Green Paradise   By: rashmiranjan patil
The Land of Paddy Fields, Wayanad, a district in the north-east of Kerala lies on the lofty hills of the Western Ghats at about 700 to 1200 meters above sea level. It was formed as the twelfth district of Kerala by carving out areas from the neighboring districts of Kannur and Kozhikode. The pristine beauty of this tribal land has a magnetic effect on those travelers in the quest of adventure and exploration. The proximity to many major tourist destinations like Ooty, Kannur, Bangalore, Mysore and Coorg is also a reason for many tourists to visit Wayanad. Many Kerala Tour Packages, travel agencies and reputed Wayanad hotels provide good Wayanad Packages that cover all the sightseeing in Wayanad, accommodation and to and fro transfer of the travelers from airport or railway station. Salubrious climate, green rich mountains, unexplored forests and local sites in addition to the tribal secrets of Wayanad attract a lot of tourists to this enchanting tourist destination every year. Lakkidi, the gateway to Wayanad, Pazhassiraja Museumand Art gallery, Pookkot Lake and Kuruvadweep which are the main sites in Wayanad are covered under all Wayanad Packages. Wayanad is also a bird watcher's paradise since it is a haven for migratory birds. The Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, Pakshipathalam, Sentinel Rock Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls and Banasura Sagar dam are the other main tourist destinations covered under Wayanad Packages. A number of temples like Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple, Thirunelli Temple, Valliyoorkavu temple, Sita-Lava-Kusha temple and Thrissilery Siva Temple are the major temples in Wayanad. Other one popular religious site in Wayanad is the Pallikkunnu Church devoted to the Lourde Matha. Since Wayanad still has indigenous tribes dwelling in its interiors, the place is famous for many tribal events and festivals. Tribal performances and art forms are conducted by the tourism department during the period between February and May.Wayanad is also famous for tribal artifacts and spices. The best time for sightseeing in Wayanad is from October to February. March to May experiences the hot season which is best suited for the exploration of the forests. Heavy winds and rainfall accompany the months of June to September. There are a number of state run government buses to roam around Wayanad. Tourists also enjoy roaming around the place on rented bicycles. There are regular bus services from major cities like Bangalore, Chennai and Trivandrum up to the neighboring district of Kozhikode from where one has to hire a cab or board bus to reach Wayanad. Wayand is well-connected to all the major cities through rail, road and air. The nearest airport as well as railway station is at Kozhikode which is at a distance of 98 km from Wayanad.(read entire article)
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