Wayanad, Kerala, India

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Wayanad is a region in the north of Kerala which was the last part of Kerala to be opened up to migration from other areas. As a result, pockets of Wayanad are still inhabited by the original tribal inhabitants and the region has a greater level of original forest cover than any other part of Kerala. This makes it a haven for wildlife and a great place for trekking. Situated at Edakkal is a cave system which is home to rock carvings believed to be the oldest in India and dating back around 6000 years. This remote and beautiful location is a must during any visit to Wayanad. There are many ancient temples in this area which are slowly being subsumed by the verdant jungle. The small regional towns of Sultan Battery and Kalpetta are both fascinating places to walk and explore. Two wildlife sanctuaries- Tholpetty and Wayanad- are accessible by jeep but the dense forest undergrowth makes wildlife sightings somewhat difficult. Treks of anything from a few hours to several days are possible in Wayanad. This area makes a perfect stopping point to break up the journey from Mysore in Karnataka to the coastal plains of northern Kerala below.
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