Edakkal Cave, Wayanad
Edakkal Cave in Wayanad is a must-visit historical site, offering a glimpse into ancient rock art and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Village :Nenmeni Taluk :Sultan Bathery District :Wayanad Location :3 kilometers from Ambalavayal in Ambalavayal Kalpatta route, Wayanad,Kerala, India
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The Edakkal cave is on the crest of Ambukuthimala or Edakkalmala, one of the prominent hills of Wayanad belonging to the Western Ghats. Edakkal literary means 'a stone in between'. This prehistoric rock shelter formed naturally out of a strange disposition of three huge boulders, that makes a two-storeyed natural cleft. The interior of the lower storey is of 18 feet in length, 12 feet in width and 10 feet in height. The interior of the other one is about 96 feet long, 22 feet wide and 18 feet high.The big opening at the right-turn corner of the roof allows enough light into the cave.
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Edakkal Cave is renowned for its ancient petroglyphs, dating back over 6,000 years, providing a fascinating insight into early human civilization. The site is located at an elevation of 1,200 meters, offering stunning panoramic views of the Wayanad region. Visitors should be prepared for a moderately challenging trek to reach the cave, but the historical and natural beauty makes it worth the effor