Madayi Para
The Madayi rocks, as the name implies, is a picturesque hillock 25 k.m. north of Kannur, with a large lake on the top. The hillock offers a panoramic view of the rolling country and the sea. There is a dilapidated fort, a sacred grove (the Madayi Kavu temple) and a mosque believed to have been built by Malik bin Deenar in the 7th century and later renovated with marble brought from Mecca in 1124 A.D. The fort itself is believed to have been built by Tippu Sulthan of Mysore during his foray into Malabar. It is 25 km away from Kannur townBest Season:
Best Season : Oct - May
Transport Terminals:
Nearest City : Pazhayangadi
How to Reach:
By Road - 3 km, 25 km from Kannur.
Tags :Kannur
