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There was no better tagline for Kerala than ‘God's own country’. And it’s the natural beauty of Ezhimala and the Folklores of Payyanur that makes one think that the Ezhimala-Payyanur Circuit is the best suiting stretch for the tagline in North Kerala. The beautiful hillock of Ezhimala and the pristine beach nearby appeals to both mountain enthusiasts as well as beach lovers. The tourist spot also has a few carved stone structures, and the herbs found in this location are famous for their unusual medicinal properties. Regarded as the once capital of the Mushika Kingdom, Ezhimala was also a flourishing seaport and centre of trade at least by the start of the Common Era. The word ‘Ezhimala’ is also considered as the amalgamation of the words 'Ezhu' and 'Mala', which mean seven and peaks respectively. According to Hindu Mythology, the seven peaks are believed to have been dropped here by Lord Hanuman while he carried the Sanjeevani herb to Lord Lakshman.

The town of Payyanur, situated around 40 k.m north of Kannur is home for the world famous 'Payyanur Pavitra' ring. The grand old Sree Subramanian Swami Temple in Payyanur holds the very root story that connects to the name of the Place. Astrology, Payyanur Kolkali, Ancient Kalari, Old Temples and Sacred Groves, Khadi and Handlooms, Bronze Statue Making etc. are all part and parcel of the town. The spot where Mahatma Gandhi visited during the Satyagraha is also famous.

Statue of Lord Hanuman at Ezhimala

In line with the local legend, a magnificent statue of Lord Hanuman is located at this destination. Believed to have been the place where the deity dropped the seven hills of Ezhimala, this destination houses the largest statue of Hanuman in all of South India. Also known as 'Anjaneya', this figure is made of concrete and has a height of 41 meters. A small temple is also located near the statue and attracts tourists from all across the nation. An ancient mosque nearby is another site worth seeing.

The Mangrove Trail of Malabar

The Mangrove Trail of Malabar is a coastal Jungle trail in North Kerala located at Payyanur in Kannur district offering close-up views of aquatic, plant and bird life. The main attraction of the Mangrove trail is the Mangrove ecosystem and the breath-taking landscape dominated by tidal creeks and waterways. This inter tidal ecosystem in Kerala, loosely described as the Mangrove Trail of Malabar is inhabited by a variety of fish, shrimps, crabs, mudskippers and some of the most sought after birds in the world.

The Naval Academy Ezhimala (NAVAC)

The Ezhimala Naval Academy is the largest Naval Academy in Asia and is the proudest Cadet Training Centre of the Indian Navy. The Naval Academy is situated near the Ezhimala Beach.

Sree Subramania Swami Temple Payyanur

Payyanur Sree Subramania Swami Temple is one of the three most important 'Maha Subramania' temples in South India. It is a 'Palani' of Kerala. Commonly known as Payyanur Perumal. Payyan is an appellation of Lord Subramania and Ooru meaning the place. Thus Payyanur meaning the land of Lord Subramania.

Kavvayi Backwaters

The Kavvayi Backwater, located near Payyanur, is the third largest backwaters in Kerala and the largest one in north Kerala. Locally called as Kavvayi Kayal, it is dotted with several small and big islands. The northern portion of Kavvayi Lake is also known as Valiyaparamba backwaters.

Vayalapra or the V-Pra Kayal Floating Park

The Kayal or the Backwaters Floating Park situated in the Vayalapra Parappu of Chemballikundu near Ezhimala. Awesome place with facilities like Kayaking and Pedal Boating. A paradise of birds. The main attraction of the park is the walk way built on top of the Chemballikundu Lake. You can walk in the middle of the river through the walk way and you have lots of food court in the middle of the lake.