Pookat Lake in Wayanad

Pookot Lake Wayanad also offers recreational activities such as boating, strolls around the Children’s Park, and a trip to the Handicrafts and Spices Emporium. This freshwater lake is truly pleasurable in its own right but is also close to several other tourist spots in Wayanad. Kuruvadweep, Pakshipathalam, and Chembra Peak are all located close to Pookot Lake Wayanad. Kuruvadweep is a mesmerizing island cradled by mangrove trees. Pakshipathalam in the Bramhagiri Hills is essentially a birdhouse. It is a hill resort that hosts several varieties of birds. Chembra Peak is the highest peak in Wayanad with an elevation of two thousand and one hundred feet above sea level located fourteen kilometers west of Kalpetta.

Pookot Lake Wayanad is also host to some major fairs and festivals as well. The Thirunelli Festival is a two day annual festival of Sree Thirunelli Devaswom held in April.The Valliyoorkkavu Festival is the annual festival of Goddess Bhagavathy, held in March. Both festivals are held at Pookot Lake Wayanad and both are splendid occasions of great joy and celebration. The mesmerizing charm of the lake is enough to alleviate all worries from a troubled mind in just an hour with its freshness.

Host to many fitness enthusiasts, Pookot Lake also has a beautiful jogging area amidst evergreen forests and the freshwater lake. This lake also has the rare blue lotus flower. Pookot Lake is also quite close to Banasura Sagar Dam and its ethereal beauty. Pookot Lake Wayanad is safeguarded by evergreen trees and the lake itself is perennial leaving the impression of absolute eternity and everlasting peace. With an ambiance akin to Ulsoor Lake and Lumbini Gardens in Bangalore, and options to explore the lake by boat and the perimeter on foot, this place is exquisite. As a result, there are few reasons to miss this great tourist spot.