Nestled in the Nilgiri biosphere, Wayanad is a pristine abode of mist-clad hills, plantations and luxurious forests with a rich tribal culture. In folk etymology Wayanad means 'The Land of Paddy Fields'. Green all year round, this district has abundant flora and fauna, and is punctuated by legends and folklore. It sits on the Southern brink of the Deccan plateau in the Western Ghats, and is famous for its viridescent plantations, rich tribal culture, dense forests, national parks and sanctuaries.