Madayipara

Opening hours- 24 hours

Prime days and hours- Weekends, Early morning or Evenings

Suggested Duration- 2-3 hours

Tickets- Free entry 

Nearest Bus Stand- Pazhayangadi Bus Stand, about 1.7 km

Nearest Railway Station- Pazhayangadi Railway Station, about 2.8 km 

Nearest Airport- Kannur International Airport, about 48 km

A haven to some of the rarest floral species in God's Own Country, Madayipara includes over 300 flowering plants, 500 plant species, and rare breeds of butterflies. Situated off NH66 at Pazhayangadi, a beautiful laterite plateau that narrates the unique tales of vibrant hues in each season. This picturesque landscape creates wonders in colours. Madayi Kavu hosts the Pooram Festival, making it one of the best places to visit in Kannur. The festival adds to the temple's fame, making Madayi Kavu a well-known pilgrim destination.

Along with its picturesque landscapes, it also has an ancient fort called the Madayi Fort and a Jew pond, in the shape of a handheld mirror. Spreading across an area of 700 acres, this hillock in Kannur district is a blend of beauty and history. Madayipara is an ecological paradise rich with a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is also home to hundreds of bird and butterfly species, with a rare collection of insect-eating plants, and for the locals, the place has cultural significance as well. 

• Immerse in the beauty of Madayipara, a laterite plateau with colourful landscapes and nearby mountain views.
• Discover this natural paradise, home to a wide variety of plants like white Eriocaulon flowers and Rhamphicarpa, along with unique birds, colourful butterflies, and fascinating insect-eating plants.
• Participate in the Pooram festival, recognised as a cultural event, hosted by the Madayi Kavu.
• Enjoy the scenic views of the Jew Pond, which marks the remains of the ancient Jewish settlers.
• Visit the ancient Madayi Fort, within Madayipara, built by the Vallabha King of the Kolothu dynasty.