Thejas Resorts Wayanad

NALUKETTU is the traditional homestead of old Tharavadu where many generations of a matrilineal family lived. These types of buildings are typically found in Kerala. The traditional architecture is typically a rectangular structure where four halls are joined together with a central courtyard open to the sky. The four halls on the sides are named Vadakkini (northern block), Padinjattini (western block), Kizhakkini (eastern block) and Thekkini (southern block). The architecture was especially catered to large families of the traditional tharavadu, to live under one roof and enjoy the commonly owned facilities of the marumakkathayam homestead. KOVILAKAM Rich with culture and built along the lines of Kerala "Thachu Shasthram"- the ancient rules and rites of carpentry, stands Kovilakam, a unique piece of Kerala architecture, Lined with intricate and perfectly carved woodwork. This architecture has been influenced by Dravidian and Indian Vedic architectural science (Vastu Shastra) over two millennium. The most distinctive visual form of Kerala architecture is the long, steep sloping roof built to protect the house’s walls and to withstand the heavy monsoon, normally laid with tiles or thatched labyrinth of palm leaves, supported on a roof frame made of hard wood and timber. Structurally the roof frame was supported on the pillars on walls erected on a plinth raised from the ground for protection against dampness and insects in the tropical climate. Often the walls were also of timbers abundantly available in Kerala. Gable windows were evolved at the two ends to provide attic ventilation when ceiling was incorporated for the room spaces. Illam Its called Namboothiri houses were built invariably according to the canons of Vaasthusaasthram (Vaasthuvidya priciples, the science and art - architecture - of building in harmony with the eternally active, creative, and all pervasive 'Spirit' and 'Nature') and in conformity and proportion with the usually large compound or plot (Illapparambu). In the early days, they were all built in the form of Chathussaalas or Naalukettus (quadrangle or the ancient courtyards) .

Nadumuttom. Traditionally Nadumuttom or central open courtyard is the prime center the Nalukettu. There is an open area usually square shaped in the exact middle of the house dividing the house in its four sides. Due to this four side division of the house by having a Nadumuttom Nadumuttom will be normally open to sky, allowing sunshine and rains to pour in. This is to allow natural energies to circulate within the house and allow positive vibrance within. A thulsi or tree will be normally planted in center of Nadumuttom, which is used to worship. Architecturally the logic is allow tree to act as a natural air purifier.

Kilivathil. Is a small wooden window opening to the padippura. ancient days , ladies donnot have rights to go out and see the things. Usually ladies were watched things through this Kilivathil.

Southern tip of Deccan plateau the mother earth in this western ghat is blanketed with lush green forests. Enjoy the Solitude in altitude, the serene beauty. Wayanad lies in the north east part of Kerala, God’s own Country. Spent your few tranquil days with your family and friends while enjoying the alluring sceneries of wayanad. We welcome you to a resort which reflects the lands golden past. Enjoy your stay with the warm hospitality and the enchanting sceneries.
Green construction in traditional Kerala style architecture with wooden walls and carvings under slopping tiled roof.