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Aiming at rediscovering the potential of the monsoon rains, all is set on roll to ensure the event a recurring annual gathering of rain-loving travellers across the Globe. The CarnivalAnd like many other events, the carnival is going to be another piece of pride for Kerala, the “God’s Own Country”. Gladly, the place where it happens has all the paraphernalia to become the centre of international tourism festival dedicated to Goddess of Rain- the mist clad mountain ranges, peaks kissed by rain clouds, cascades dancing to the tunes of rain showers and spots that expose the reveller to variety of exotic rain experiences. That is why the Wayanadan Monsoon Carnival has become a ‘talking point’ in tourism circles world over. In the mega event is all set to become a confluence of rain-lovers, travel agencies, tour operators and tourism entrepreneurs. Thankfully, to perpetuate the event, WTO is bringing out a majestic souvenir namely “Rain Dreams”. Crossing the borders, the ‘carnival tales’ from Wayanad, the nature’s paradise would reach out to each nice heart that loves the rain, the dew, the mist, the springs and dales, the leaves of grass and all the niceties of Mother Nature. The big brands of global travel-industry have already started exploring their space in the monsoon gala of the upcoming eco-destination. WTO is already flooded with queries from tour operators, travel agencies, journalists, big brand hoteliers and travel writers for reserving their slots in various stages of the event. Wayanadcome, explore and enjoy the pristine nature to Dance with rain drops, Fly with the monsoon clouds, Share dreams with winds, Laugh with waterfalls, Run with the mountain springs, and loss yourself in the serene ecstasy at atop mountains. After all these efforts, for us the dream is yet to be accomplished. The increasing pollution including the plastic waste at various tourism spots reminds us of yet to be tackled threats looming large over the destination. There are many hurdles to be cleared to reach the goal- an eco destination. Towards this end more efforts are essential. More coordination between various government departments and tourism department also should be ensured. All stakeholders of the industry including those who are not members of WTO also should come forward realising the importance of ecology which is the only selling point of Wayanad. We are also worried on the mushrooming of unprofessional, low quality players in the hospitality industry who may; we fear bring ill-fame to the destination. But when the wings of change hurrying near, we have to strive a lot to ensure that the change happens in right direction. For this we need the help of all like minds people common man, politicians, bureaucrats and definitely of all farmers- the sons of the soil. We salute the Nature which brought all this glory to the land, And the spirit of common man to live in tune with nature, ProgrammesA wide range of programmes have been hammered out by the organisers to introduce the visitors the cultural lineage of Kerala. Many noted celebrity danseuses, film stars, artists in indigenous art-forms and masters of traditional martial arts would honour the occasion with their precious presence. Out door programmes have been planned to give the global traveller a taste of the local cultural menu Day 1 - Friday - 3rd July 2009 05.30 p.m. - Start of Programme with Performance Artists and Dignitaries to Chandragiri Auditorium Entrance. 05.40 p.m. - Dignitaries seated on the front row 05.50 p.m. - Performance by Artist 05.51 p.m - Dignitaries escorted to the dais 06.00 p.m. - Silent Prayer 06.01-06.06 p.m. - Welcome Speech : President, WTO 06.17 p.m. Inaugural Address 06.20 p.m. Lighting of Lamp 06.22-06.30 p.m. Felicitation 06.30-09.30 p.m. Cultural Programme PORTRAYAL OF WAYANAD & KERALA Pandimelam/ Poikal Murugan/ Garudan Parava, Thapapoli/ Gaddika/ Kuruma, Paniya, Adiya Dance/ Chavittu Nadakam/ Margam Kali/Mohiniyattom/ Kathakali/ Thiruvathira Kali/ Kalari Payattu/ Theyyam/ Ottan Thullal, Kerala Nadanam. Splash Theme song – Choreographed and dance by Artist of the day. Vijai Yesudas would lead the orchestra Award to Honouring Tourism Secretary – Dr. V. Venu Day 2 - Saturday - 4th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to -- 06.15-09.30 Raga Vadya Laya - Mattannur Shankarankutty & Pallavur Krishna Kutty Maya Maya - Magic show by Cijam – Jammu
Day 3 - Sunday - 5th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15-09.30 Barsaath - Gazal Nite
Day 4 - Monday - 6th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15-09.30 Thunder Rock - DJ Shani with the band fuel
Day 5 - Tuesday - 7th July 2009 06.00- 06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15 - 09.30pm Ha bee bee - Shafi Kollam, Thajudeen Vadakara, Saleem Kodathoor, Rehna
Day 6 - Wednesday - 8th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15-09.30 Mayooram - Sithara Balakrishnan & Crew
Day 7 - Thursday - 9th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15-09.30 Sananuayam - Anu Kadammanitta
Day 8 - Friday - 10th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15-09.30 Rainbow - Renjini Jose & Crew
Day 9 - Saturday - 11th July 2009 06.00-06.15 p.m. Award to 06.15-09.30 Mega Show - Outdoor EventsRegistration Fees : Rs. 100/- dtd: 04.07.09 09.00 a.m. Marathon Starting point : Lakkidi Inauguration of Outdoor events by Flag Off Ending Point SKMJ Registration Fees : Rs.500/- River Rafting – conducted by DTPC, subjected to improvement of water level at River Kabani and is limited to 4th, 5th, 10th and 11th of July Flag Off at Kuruva No Fee 02.30-05.30 p.m. Archery Competition - SKMJ Registration Fees : Rs. 100/- 05.07.09 02.30-05.30 p.m. Marathon Starting point : Lakkidi Registration Fees : Rs. 1000/- 06.07.09 09.00 a.m. Four Wheeler Treasure Hunt Registration Fees : Rs.50/- 07.07.09 09.00 a.m. Crab Tour, Njaru Nadal, Vazha pindi Pizhiyal Registration Fees : Rs. 50/- 07.07.09 02.30-05.30 p.m. Cycle Slow Race Registration Fees : Rs.250/- 08.07.09 09.00 a.m. Mud Football No Fee 09.07.09 09.00 a.m. Kambu Kayattam, Uriyadi Registration Fees : Rs.100/- 10.07.09 09.00 a.m. Kabadi Registration Fees : Rs.100/- 02.30-05.30 p.m. Mountain biking Registration Fees : Rs.500/- 11.07.09 09.00 a.m. Pedal and Rowing boat at Pookot Lake 02.30-05.30 p.m. Winning Team Vadamvali with Elephant, Carnival from Kalpetta Traffic Junction to SKMJ School. Book Hotels at 
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Splash-2009,
launched on July 3, is another novel venture introduced by
Wayanad Tourism Organization (WTO), the flagship organization
of stake holders in tourism sector of Wayanad. Tucked away on the
Western Ghats of God’s Own Country, Kerala, the programme is being
organised in this full-green tiny agrarian district with the support
of Kerala Tourism and District Tourism
Promotion Council