The Banasura Sagar Dam in Wayanad, Kerala, is India's largest earthen dam and Asia's second-largest. Built-in 1979, it supports the Kakkayam Hydro Electric Power Project and meets local irrigation and drinking water needs. The dam is a popular tourist destination, offering boating and trekking activities.
Chembra Peak is the highest peak in Wayanad, Kerala, India, standing at 2,100 meters. It's a popular trekking destination, offering stunning views of the Western Ghats and a heart-shaped lake. The trek is moderately challenging, taking around 4-5 hours to reach the summit, and requires permission from the forest department.
Kuruva Island in Wayanad, Kerala, is a protected river delta with unique geographical features, and rich biodiversity, and is home to the indigenous Kuruvan tribal community. It's a popular tourist destination offering boat rides, and nature walks, with conservation efforts in place to preserve its ecosystem and biodiversity.
Pookode Lake, a scenic freshwater lake in Wayanad, Kerala, is shaped like India's map. It offers boating, and walking trails, surrounded by evergreen forests and rolling hills. Home to various birds and aquatic life, it's a popular tourist spot, open from 9 am to 5 pm.
