Vythiri, Kerala
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"An old world charm of cottages"

Vythiri Tourism

62 kms off Kozhikode is Vythiri, a popular resort town famous for its old world charm of cottages, log huts & tree house accommodations cosily nestled in the forests of Wayanad. Situated at an altitude of 700 metres, Vythiri in Wayanad comprises of 18 villages.

Vythiri is an ideal tourist destination with little cottages and resorts ornamenting its pleasant surroundings. It is the place to be in if one wants to step back a little into the past and experience the simpler cottage life while having the urban and modern facilities available on demand to create a truly enjoyable experience. The Pookot Lake, Chembara Peak, Soojipara & Meenmutty Falls and theÊMuthangaWildlife Sanctuary are its major attractions.

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Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Chembara peak

Chembara peak
Soochipara Falls

Soochipara Falls
Pookot Lake

Pookot Lake
Banasura Dam

Banasura Dam
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Legend of Chain Tree

According to a local legend here at Vythiri, a local tribal youth from the Kathrinandan tribe guided an English engineer to build the Ghat road leading to Vythiri, through the dense forest of Wayanad. However, in a distasteful case of betrayal, the Englishmen killed him after extracting necessary information, to take possession of the reward announced by the then Viceroy for building this road. This enraged the spirit of the youth, and it is said that this spirit had caused many accidents on the road. To stop the mishaps, a priest (manthravadi) took the initiative to chain the spirit to a huge banyan tree in Vythiri. This chain tree is seen even today in the Lakkidi area. Passing motorists often pay homage to the tree, to have a safe passage. Locals believe the spirit of Kathrinandan to be the guardian of this area.

Restaurants and Local Food in Vythiri

Vythiri has most of the popular preparations of a typical Keralan menu, from essentials like Appams and Idlis to the delicious Payasam. One can try out Ghee Roast Dosa and Malayalee Parotha, Biriyani as well as the popular Toddy
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How to Reach Vythiri

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Vythiri is surprisingly connected to the rest of India only by road. Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of Vythiri, the buses being operated both by private and government owners, especially the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation in particular. There is, however, no direct flight or rail connectivity, to Mudumalai. The nearest convenient airport is in Kozhikode, around 75 km from Vythiri. Nilambur Road station is the nearest railway station accessible to Vythiri, which is approximately 80 km away.

How to reach Vythiri by flight

The nearest international airport to Vythiri is located in Kozhikode with flights to Chennai, Pune, Bangalore, and Mumbai. Taxis and buses are available from the airport to take you to Vythiri.

How to reach Vythiri by road

Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of Vythiri. They operate on a daily basis, whether day or night, through a well-connected network of roadways, from places like  Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Kochi, etc. You can also take shared taxis or cabs for the same route.  

How to reach Vythiri by train

There is no direct rail connectivity as of now to Vythiri. The nearest accessible railway station is in Nilambur Road, which is approximately 80 km away from Vythiri.

Local transport in Vythiri

Tourist taxis are the easiest modes of travel.

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What is famous about Vythiri?

Dense green cover with breathtaking surroundings. Pleasant weather throughout the year.

What is not so good about Vythiri?

A little difficult to access as it located 60 km away from the nearest railway station and airport.

Who should visit Vythiri?

Vythiri is a resort town ideal for honeymooners and families alike. It makes for a peaceful vacation spot as it is full of old world charm and tranquil environment. It is an excellent picnic spot for both locals and tourists. It is one of the most visited hill stations in Kerala. Vythiri can also be explored by bird watchers, trekking and mountain climbing enthusiastic people.

What is the best time to visit Vythiri?

Blessed with beautiful geography, Vythiri is the perfect destination for some bold and beautiful travels. While the pleasant climate makes Vythiri worth a visit throughout the year, October to April are the best months to visit Vythiri.


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What is the local food in Vythiri?

Vythiri has most of the popular preparations of a typical Keralan menu, from essentials like Appams and Idlis to the delicious Payasam. One can try out Ghee Roast Dosa and Malayalee Parotha, Biriyani as well as the popular Toddy
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What is the best way to reach Vythiri?

As an attractive holiday destination, Vythiri is surprisingly connected to the rest of India by the only road. Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of  Vythiri, the buses being operated both by private and government owners, especially the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation in particular. There is, however, no direct flight or rail connectivity, to Mudumalai. The nearest convenient airport is in Kozhikode, around 75 km from Vythiri. Nilambur Road station is the nearest railway station accessible to Vythiri, which is approximately 80 km away.

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What are the top hotels in Vythiri?

There are 175 in Vythiri which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Vythiri are Annapara Home Stay, Coffee Leaf Apartment, Pillowrocks Homestay Wayanad, Hill-View 3BHK Homestay in Kalpetta, green peace holidayhome, Udupi Agraharam. You can see all the hotels in Vythiri here

What are the places near Vythiri?

The top places near to Vythiri are Wayanad which is 18 km from Vythiri, Ooty which is located 73 km from Vythiri, Coorg which is located 102 km from Vythiri, Nilambur which is located 37 km from Vythiri, Kalpetta which is located 4 km from Vythiri

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