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Vythiri
Vythiri is a hill station in Kerala in India. The hill station is at 1,300 m and has coffee, tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber plantations and mountain scenery.
Vythiri at a Glance
Why Vythiri?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Thusharagiri Falls
- Lakkidi
- Padinjarathara
- Pookote Lake
- Banasura Dam
- View Point at Lakkidi
Vythiri at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Thusharagiri Falls: Thusharagiri Falls is a waterfall located in Kozhikode district in the Indian state of Kerala, India. Two streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the Chalippuzha River.
- Lakkidi: Hill station 700 m above sea level, at Thamarasseri Ghat pass. The view of the valley is superb.
- Padinjarathara: Famous for Bansura mini hydro project with the largest earth dam in India, and with a sanctuary and park with ever flowering trees.
- Pookote Lake: It is a natural fresh water lake, brimmed with ever green mountains. The weather here is salacious; the scenic beauty, hypnotising and the nature, unspoiled.
- Banasura Dam: Considered to be the second largest earth dam in Asia, the Banasura project precincts are an ideal starting point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
- View Point at Lakkidi: Gives the magnificent view of Wayanad Ghat road.
Things to Do
- Learn horseriding: The Veterinary University at Pookode teaches horse riding to the public. Course duration 24 days (one hour every day).
- Banasura Dam: Considered to be the second largest earth dam in Asia, the Banasura project precincts are an ideal starting point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
- Chain Tree: Has a mysterious story behind it. The road up was built by an English engineer as per the information given to him by a local tribal youth.
- Lakkidi: Hill station 700 m above sea level, at Thamarasseri Ghat pass. The view of the valley is superb.
- Padinjarathara: Famous for Bansura mini hydro project with the largest earth dam in India, and with a sanctuary and park with ever flowering trees.
- Pookote Lake: It is a natural fresh water lake, brimmed with ever green mountains. The weather here is salacious; the scenic beauty, hypnotising and the nature, unspoiled.
Sightseeing Places
- Thusharagiri Falls: Thusharagiri Falls is a waterfall located in Kozhikode district in the Indian state of Kerala, India. Two streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the Chalippuzha River.
- Lakkidi: Hill station 700 m above sea level, at Thamarasseri Ghat pass. The view of the valley is superb.
- Padinjarathara: Famous for Bansura mini hydro project with the largest earth dam in India, and with a sanctuary and park with ever flowering trees.
- Pookote Lake: It is a natural fresh water lake, brimmed with ever green mountains. The weather here is salacious; the scenic beauty, hypnotising and the nature, unspoiled.
- Banasura Dam: Considered to be the second largest earth dam in Asia, the Banasura project precincts are an ideal starting point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
- View Point at Lakkidi: Gives the magnificent view of Wayanad Ghat road.
Places That Define Vythiri
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Thusharagiri Falls
Thusharagiri Falls is a waterfall located in Kozhikode district in the Indian state of Kerala, India. Two streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the Chalippuzha River.
Lakkidi
Hill station 700 m above sea level, at Thamarasseri Ghat pass. The view of the valley is superb.
Padinjarathara
Famous for Bansura mini hydro project with the largest earth dam in India, and with a sanctuary and park with ever flowering trees.
Pookote Lake
It is a natural fresh water lake, brimmed with ever green mountains. The weather here is salacious; the scenic beauty, hypnotising and the nature, unspoiled.
Banasura Dam
Considered to be the second largest earth dam in Asia, the Banasura project precincts are an ideal starting point for treks to the Banasura Peak. An interesting feature is a set of islands that were formed when the reservoir submerged the surrounding areas.
View Point at Lakkidi
Gives the magnificent view of Wayanad Ghat road.
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Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Way
- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
All Itineraries
- 1 Day in Vythiri: 1 days with detailed day plans
- 2 Days in Vythiri: 2 days with detailed day plans
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 47 km from Vythiri.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Chemancheri railway station, about 38 km from central Vythiri.
- By Road: Connected to Kozhikkode, Bangalore, Mysore and Ooty by government buses. Online reservation can be done from the websites of Kerala RTC or Karnataka RTC sites.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Vythiri (Apr, May, Jun) averages 20–28°C with about 241 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Vythiri (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 20–25°C with about 366 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Vythiri (Oct, Nov) averages 19–27°C with about 128 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Vythiri (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 16–28°C with about 20 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
Planning Guide
- Overview: Vythiri is a hill station in Kerala in India. The hill station is at 1,300 m and has coffee, tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber plantations and mountain scenery.
- Accommodation: Listed options include Annapara Home Stay, Grace Residency and Green View Hotel.
- Best Way To Explore: Tourist taxis are the most convenient way to travel around attractions, especially while travelling in a group. Most airports and railway stations have tourist taxi services that would take you anywhere you would want to go.
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Significance
Vythiri is a hill station in Kerala in India. The hill station is at 1,300 m and has coffee, tea, cardamom, pepper and rubber plantations and mountain scenery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vythiri is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is March (average high 30°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 47 km away. The nearest railway station is Chemancheri railway station, about 38 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Thusharagiri Falls, Lakkidi, Padinjarathara, Pookote Lake, Banasura Dam and View Point at Lakkidi.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 24°C to 30°C over the year, with about 2163 mm of rain in total.
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