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Papanasini-Thirunelly Temple
The Papanasini-Thirunelly temple is a good illustration of classical Kerala temple architecture. The Papanasini River which flows through this place has crystal clear waters. It is believed that a dip in this river would wash away all the worldly sins. This temple is also called as ‘southern Kashi’ and is 64 kilometers from Wayanad.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
The Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary also known as Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary shares a border with the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu and the Bandipur National Park in Karnataka. It is a section of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and comprises of deciduous forests. The sanctuary is a home to animals like monkeys, elephants, leopards, tigers, panthers etc.
Pookote Lake
Pookote Lake is situated at a height of 2100 meters above sea level and is the only one of its kind in Kerala. At this lake there is a fresh water aquarium that has several varieties of fish, spices and handicrafts emporium, a children’s park and boating facilities.
Jain Temple
The Jain Temple is regarded to have been built during the 13th century and has been used as a Hindu shrine as well as an ammunition store for the marching armies of Tipu Sultan.
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