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.
By Car- Madayipara is about 24 km from Kannur city centre, and you can easily reach there in approximately. 46 mins via NH 66 and Payangadi-Valapattanam Rd/Pazhayangadi Rd/Pilathara-Pappinisseri Rd.
By Auto- You can also take an auto from the Madyi village, which is around 2.7 km away, taking 6 mins approximately.
Peak Season (June-September)
Moderate season (October-February)
Low Season (March-May)
Know Before You Go-
With the shape of a handheld mirror, there is a pond which is also called the 'joothakkulam' (jew tank) and has religious significance as well as links to the early Jewish settlers. It is believed that the Jewish people who used to live here centuries ago built it for a water supply.
Madayipara houses some of the most unique plants, including the Malabar rotala, pipeworts, floating heart and much more. The largest butterfly in the world, the spectacular Atlas butterfly, is also found here at Madayipara. Some plants are also found here, which hold cultural significance for the locals.
The Theyyam festival that is conducted here annually is one that attracts visitors from all over the world. Another such festival is the Pooram Festival of Madayi Kavu and is a spring festival, a nine-day celebration held at Madayi Kavu, dedicated to the goddesses Durga and Kali. It is known as Vasantotsavam, or the festival of flowers, where girls traditionally worship Lord Kama with flowers.
Visit other attractions here, such as the Madayi Kavu temple, Vadukunda Shiva Temple and the 12th century mosque Madayi Mosque. These attractions are best for families and mark the cultural significance of the district. Here, one can see the traditional customs that the people in Kerala practice.
Watch the men performing a special spiritual dance during the festivals and special occasions. You can see this performance in many cultural festivals, not just the Pooram or the Theyyam. It is worth watching this performance, which is very auspicious for the locals.
Madayipara in the Kannur district of Kerala, India, is famous for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystem. The area is known for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystem, housing over a hundred species of birds, plants, butterflies and flowers. It is often compared to the famous Tulip Gardens of Amsterdam, and is also known for its Madayi Kavu Pooram Festival. For adventure seekers, Madayipara offers ample opportunities for trekking and exploration.
Known for its diverse flora, Madayi Para offers over 300 species of flowering plants. These plants involve the blue Utricularia flowers, white Eriocaulon and Rhamphicarpa flower heads. Along with these, a variety of other herbaceous plants like Sopubia trifida, Lindernia, and Justicia japonica are also found here. The predatory plant Drosera indica and Mukutti (Biophytum sensitivum) are also found there.
Yes, Madayi Para is an ecological heaven spread over an area of 700 acres and is an ecological paradise in every sense. It is rich in a wide variety of different species of flora and fauna, which even includes an extremely rare range of insect-eating plants.
No, there’s no entry fee for Madayi Para. This scenic laterite plateau is open to everyone at no cost, allowing visitors to enjoy its natural beauty, colourful landscapes, and diverse plant and animal life. It’s a peaceful spot where you can explore natural beauty and relax without any charges.