One of the best known hill stations in Kerala, Wayanad is located
above 2300 feet above sea level and nestles in the ranges of the Western Ghats.

Wayanad has been cited by the National Geographic Traveler as a choice destination for anyone wishing to get a break from the routines and rigors of city life.

Verdure welcomes you to experience the quiet and calm atmosphere of Wayanad's abundant natural settings, and return refreshed and rejuvenated .

Featured below are some of the well known and favored attractions of Wayanad which are easily accessible from Verdure.

At 2100 metres (6900 ft), the spectacular Chembra Peak located towards the southern part of Wayanad is the tallest summit in the region. Climbing this peak is a challenging endeavour and would take a full day.

Spread over a vast area, Muthanga is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Region. It's a rain forest reserve connected to two-major sanctuaries-Bandipur National Park in Karnataka and Mudhumalai Sanctuary in Tamilnadu.

Etchings found on the walls of these caves have drawn the serious attention of archeologists and historians worldwide. It is assumed that the Edakkal had been inhabited at various stages in history. A telescope installed by the DTPC that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding country is another attraction.

The fresh water lake nested above wooded hills, is the only one of its kind in Kerala. It is one of Wayanad's top visitor draws.

This is considered to be the largest earth dam in India. The topography here is such that many islands are formed in the upstream of the dam when the dam is full. These islands with the background of the Banasura hill provides a hypnotising sight to tourists. Here there is facility for riding in speed boat. Charge is Rs.300 upto five persons for 15 minutes. Nearby there is a children’s park. .

This temple is one of the most important amongst a series of ruins spread across the state of Kerala that testify a period of strong Jain presence in this region. Believed to have built in the 13th century, it served as a Hindu shrine and eventually as an ammunition store for Tipu Sultan's marching armies.

One of the earliest to strike the banner of revolt against the British overlordship in this part of India, Pazhassi Raja took refuge in the Wayanad hills, and resorted to classic techniques of guerrilla warfare against the superior British forces. He was downed in a ferocious encounter that took place at Mavilanthode in 1805. Pazhassi's tomb marks the point where he was cremeated.

Find the natural misty cool water falls nested above wooded hills. Soochipara is a 3-tiered, powerful waterfall. And the cliff face here is ideal for rock climbing.

An interesting 2 km jungle trek off the main Ooty Road, Meenmutty is the largest and most spectacular waterfall in Wayanad. A unique feature is that water drops about 300 metres over three stages.

The Kuruva Island, 950 acres of evergreen forest on the tributaries of east following river Kabani, is an ideal picnic spot, far away from the disturbance of city life. The island is uninhabited. Rare species of birds, orchids and herbs are the sovereigns of this supernal kingdom

The Temple is located at an altitude of about 900m in north Wayanad in a valley surrounded
by mountains and beautiful forests. The temple faces east where sun raises over the
Udayagiri range.

This large irrigation based dam site set amidst picturesque surroundings is another fine venue for picnics.

The Wildlife Sanctuary,Tholpetty, near Mananthavady is contiguous with Nagarhole of
Karnataka state. The park houses diverse species of plant and animal life.

Phantom Rock named so because of its skull head shape, is locally called Cheengeri Mala. The immediate surroundings offer excellent photo opportunities

Heritage museum is one of the best heritage museums in Kerala, it houses artefacts and belongings of the various tribes of the land.

St Jude's Church, Chundale is a pilgrim center. It is about 2 kms from Verdure