Mananthavady Travel Guide

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Visiting Thirunelli Temple is still one of my favorite experiences I've had in India so far. Thirunelli Temple is located in the area of Wynard outside of Kalpetta. While somewhat difficult to get around, Wynard is a nature reserve and absolutely beautiful. I recommend renting a taxi for the day (which is pretty cheap to do in India and your hotel/hostel can help you set it up).  

My taxi driver was a Hindu who frequents the temple. We took our shoes off and left them with the pile of shoes at the bottom of the stairs and began to climb. I was under the belief that only Hindus were allowed inside the temple, but he beaconed for me to follow. In broken English, he introduced each of the gods to me and showed me how to receive a blessing and the tilaka (a mark on the forehead made with clay). It was one of those places where you could feel a palpable energy in the air. 

Hindus from all over India will come and make the pilgrimage to this temple and I'm honored that they allowed me to be a part of it. Always be respectful and mindful, but if you have a chance to go inside the temple, take it. 

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Thrissilery Shiva Temple, Wayanad

Legend has it that those who offer rituals for their ancestors at Thirunelli are aware that these proceedings aren't complete without making an offering at the historic Thrissilery Shiva Temple. Situated about 19 km from Thirunelli, the temple itself is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Popular for its unique architectural proportions and a quiet and secluded ambience, devotees and visitors alike throng to the temple in hordes. Here one also finds a small shrine of Jala Durga, located in a water body that originates from the Papanashini River near Thirunelli. Locals believe that the shrine was installed by Lord Parasurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
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Banasura Hill Resort

Banasura Hill Resort

3.5 out of 5
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The price is ₹6,755 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
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The Rain Tree Resort

The Rain Tree Resort

2 out of 5
The Rain Tree, Tholpetty, Kerala, India Mananthavady KL
The price is ₹2,592 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
₹2,592
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25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this resort in Mananthavady. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary and Chembra Peak are located ...
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Klov Resort & Spa

Klov Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
Temple (Post), Wayanad Dist., Thirunelly Mananthavady Kerala
The price is ₹7,500 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
₹7,500
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19 Mar - 20 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mananthavady. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Irpu Falls and Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary ...
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Gentur Enclave

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2.5 out of 5
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Stay at this aparthotel in Mananthavady. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Pazhassi Raja Tomb and Museum is located ...
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Minash Villa Wayanad, Kerala

Minash Villa Wayanad, Kerala

3 out of 5
Koyileri Rd, Mananthavady Mananthavady Kerala
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amã Stays & Trails The Old Cattleshed, Wayanad

amã Stays & Trails The Old Cattleshed, Wayanad

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