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  Wayanad
       The district has rendered the area with misty mountains, green valleys and picturesque scenery. The name, Wayanad, is believed to have been derived from the word Vayal nadu, meaning the land of paddy fields. The district has enormous tourist potential due to its idyllic nature , nearness to major tourist destinations via Ooty in Tamil nadu and Mysore in Karnataka. Agriculture s the main stay of the district's economy.The rich cash crop plantations of pepper, cardamom, coffee, tea, spices and other condiments has perhaps made Wayanad one of the biggest foreign exchange earners in the state. Another characteristic feature of the district is the presence of large number of tribals or Adivasis.

Ambalavayal Heritage Museum :- It is located near Ambukuthi hill region. Here we can see good collection of tribal artefacts.

Chembra Peak :- It is the highest peak in the district. The hill is a trekker's paradise. The breathtaking scenic beauty of wayanad can be enjoyed from here.

Kalpetta :- It is the headquarters of Wayanad district. The famous Ananthaswami jain temple, the glass temple of Kootamunda is seen here. Meen mutty waterfalls is another attraction here.

Lakkidi :-The "Gateway to Wayanad",is located 5 km. south of Vayittiri. Its highest position gives scenic spot, picturesque hills,streams and luxuriant vegetation.

Pazhassi Tourist Resort, Mananthavadi :- It is an ideal picnic spot. It is on memorial to the veera Pazhassi Raja known as the "Lion of Kerala"

Sultan's Bathery :- Hill station and historical centre, noted for afort built by Tipu sultan in the 18th century.

Thirunelli :-It is situated 29 km north of Mananthavadi. It is renowned for the temple often called as "Thekkan Kasi". It is believed that a bath in the holy water of "Papanasini" will wipe off all sins.