WAYANAD
Thirunelly
temple: (32 km northeast of Mananthavady)
Surrounded by Kambamala, Karimala and Varadiga, the Thirunelly temple is a marvel
of temple architecture. The shrine is shielded with 30 granite columns and the
ground is paved with huge square pieces of granite. The crystal clear waters
of the Papanasini river running downhill add to the enchantment of the place.
Pazhassi tomb: (32 km northeast of Kalpetta)
The memorial of the 'Lion of Kerala' - Veera Pazhassi Raja - who organised the
guerilla warfare against the British East India Company, is situated at Mananthavady.
The Pulpally cave is where Pazhassi took refuge until he was captured by the
British.
The Glass Temple of Kottamunda: (20 km away from Kalpetta)
This
temple is located on the slope of Vellarimala and is dedicated to Parswanatha
Swamy of the Jain faith. The mirrors inside the temple walls reflect images
of the icons in the temple's sanctum sanctorum.
Pakshipathalam: (10 km from Thirunelly)
This place can be accessed only by trekking. Rare species of birds can be sighted
from the watch tower of this bird sanctuary.
Boys town: (15 km north of Mananthavady)
Herbal garden, nature care centre, sericulture unit, perma-culture centre etc.,
established by the Wayanad Social Service Society and Jean Park (the Indo-Danish
project for promoting herbal gardening) are situated here.
