Kerala abounds in heritage architecture of historical importance like temples, churches, mosques and museums. Besides, lounging about in the star houseboat cruises and sun basking, a trip to these historical sites can be quite fascinating. Among the coveted destinations that attracts a large number history and quiz buffs, the Ambalavayal Museum scores valuable brownie points.

The vintage museum has fascinating items dating back to the second century A.D. The tourists will have to travel a distance of twelve kilometers to the southern part of Sulthan Bathery. The Ambukuthi hill is another landmark for those who want to visit this beautifully preserved museum. The backpackers can satiate their thirst for knowledge of the tribal culture that was prevalent in the hilly regions of the Wayanad.

The museum is a veritable treasure trove of seldom encountered tokens that throws light on the livelihood of the dwellers on the Wayanad hills. The assortment ranges from etchings in clay, arms carved out of stone among a host of interesting artifacts. Alike the ruins of Mohenjodaro that exhibited path breaking architectural marvels, a visit to this wonderful museum will surely make you wonder at a lifestyle that was completely avant-garde.

You can also add a trip to the Eddakal Caves that is situated at a distance of 10 kilometers from Sulthan Bathery in your travel plans. The museum throws its doors open at ten o’ clock in the morning and shuts down at five p.m. in the evening.

The Ambalavayal Museum is strategically connected, making it easier for the visitors to access it. The Kozhhikode railway station is closest to the museum. You can also avail the aerial route by alighting at the Kozhikode International Airport, that is located at a distance of one hundred and twenty kilometers from Sulthan Bathery. Buses also ply regularly to the museum.

Last Updated on 26 May 2011

Museums in Kerala