Kalpetta Travel Guide
On the southern tip of India, washed by the placid waters of the Arabian Sea, lies Kerala God's own Country This land, composed of vibrant colours, is famous for its scenic backwaters, dense equatorial forests and sun kissed beaches, and is a rich treasure of India's heritage. The Western Ghats spreads this land creating an undulating terrain encompassing the beauty of nature in its myriad forms. Within this paradise, state of Kerala lies Wayanad. Spread over the northern half of Kerala, it is a mere 100 kms. away from Calicut. Wayanad literally means the 'the land of fields'. 700 to 2100 Mts. above mean sea level, Wayanad enjoys a cool climate with the peak temperature reaching 32 degree centigrade, and the earth is softened by rain through out the year. This magical land is abundant with thick evergreen forests, majestic mountains and many bubbling brooks. The air carries the fragrance of cinnamon and cloves and the hills are decorated with tea garden and coffee plantations studded with silver oak. All this overlooking vast plains of yellow-green fields. Natural wonders and mist-capped mountains compete for attention. Making Wayanad the most beautiful hill station of Kerala.

PAKSHIPATHALAM :- The labyrinth of Pakshipathalam is another fascinating trek. Pakshipathalam is the abode of various exotic birds & wild beasts. This is a challenging tourist spot for any adventure-seeking tourist. Wayanad is within easy reach of five wildlife preserves. Bandipur, Nagerhole, Muthanga, Begur and Tholpatty. These wildlife sanctuaries are home to many species of birds and wild animals. You can sight a spotted deer or a solitary tusker. Or the greatest hunter of them all - the tiger.