Phantom Rock Explained

Phantom Rock is a tourist destination in Ambalavayal in the district of Wayanad in Kerala.^{[1] [2]} It is a natural metamorphic rock formation resembling a human skull, and thus is known as Phantom Rock.^[3] This structure is situated 17 km from Kalpetta and can be reached by trekking. It stands at a height of 2600 feet above sea level. It is near "Cheengeri Mala". Edakkal Caves is also nearby.^[4]

Threats

Unscientific and unregulated granite mining is posing a serious threat to the fragile natural rock structure.^{[5] [6]}

Notes and References

1. News: Phantom Rock . Times of India Travel.
2. Web site: Phantom Rock Kerala . Tourmyindia.
3. Web site: PHANTOM ROCK . wayanadtourism.org.
4. Web site: Phantom Rock, Kalpetta, Wayanad, District, Kerala, India Kerala Tourism . www.keralatourism.org.
5. News: Granite quarries posing threat to Phantom Rock. Staff Reporter. 2009-10-26. The Hindu. 2019-03-28. en-IN. 0971-751X.
6. Web site: Stone Quarry at Phantom Rock – Krishna Mohan Photography. en-US. 2019-03-28.