Edakkla Caves

Edakkal Caves – History, Location, Timings, Entry Fee, Attractions, Accommodation, Where to Eat, Online Booking and How To Reach.

Edakkal Caves History:

Edakkal Caves situated in Wayanad of Kerala is famous for its wall carvings. These caves lie above 1200 meters high above the Sea level. These carvings belong to the Neolithic era and late stone age. These exotic caves were discovered in the year 1890 by Fred Fawcett.

Edakkal Caves are not only famous for its historic carvings. But also for adventures, one can trek, climb to reach these interesting historic point. The carvings of Edakkal Caves completely emits the animal, humans and other symbols like squares, triangles, stars and much more. Also one can completely study these caves closely by residing in the nearby resorts. These caves are been wrapped in with the mother nature makes it much interesting and most popular tourist destination of Wayanad.

Edakkal Caves Wayanad Entry Timings:

All days of the week Except On Monday

9 am to 5 pm

Edakkal Caves Entry Fee:

Adults	Rs 20 /-
Child	Rs  10 /-
Foreigner	Rs 40 /-
Still Camera	Rs 10 /-
Video Camera	Rs 100 /-
Light Vehicle	Rs 10 /-
Heavy Vehicle	Rs 10 /-
Jeep Shuttle Service	Rs 70 /- for 8 members

Attractions :

• Trekking
• Stone Age rock engravings
• Ancient burial spots

How to Reach  Edakkal Caves Wayanad:

By Air : Calicut International Airport (nearest)            – 112 km

By Train : Nilambur Railway Station (nearest)               – 38 km

By Road : Ambalavalayal Bus Stand (nearest)               – 6 km

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