Paingatteri Agraharam in Wayanad

Paingatteri Agraharam in Wayanad is an ancient colony of Tamil Brahmins which is situated at a distance of 7 km from Mananthavady. These old styled colonial houses (Agraharam) have been declared as a heritage site by the archaeological department. The houses built in rows are the fine example for the classic architectural style loved by Tamil Brahmins. They are said to have migrated from Thanjavur which belongs to the state of Tamil Nadu. It is said that these Brahmins were arrived here as cooks...