Kerala is a green strip of land, in the South West corner of indian peninsula. It has only 1.1 8 per cent of the total area of the country but houses 3.43% of the the country's population. It has a hundred per cent literate people, the lowest infant mortality rate, the highest life expectancy rate, the highest quality of life etc. Something that attracts a traveler to the state of Kerala is the pristine environment, the rich and vibrant culture.
Location: Valapattanam about 7 km from Kannur town, Kannur district,
north Kerala.
Attractions: The largest wood-based industry in
South East Asia, a beautiful fishing harbour etc
Kannur is that part
of the legendary Malabar Coast where King Solomon's ships anchored to collect
timber to build the 'Temple of the Lord' and to secure most needed spices.
Here in the little hamlet on the banks of the river Valapattanam, is a giant
of the modern timber industry - Western India Plywood Ltd., the largest wood-based
industry in South East Asia.
The timber industry of Valapattanam thrive
on the rich forest resources of the district. Teak, Iruli, Elavu, Karimurukku,
sandalwood (Sandalum album) etc. are found in plenty in the forests here.
In addition are cash crops like tea, coffee, rubber, tobacco, cashewnuts
etc. Kannur is the only place in Kerala where Pukayila (tobacco) cultivation is
carried on successfully
Valapattanam is also a famous fishing harbour
as well as the main source of the irrigation project in the district. It is a
fascinating experience to watch the traditional mode of timber transportation
- by tying long pieces of timber together and allowing them to float down the
stream.
Getting there:
Nearest railway station:
Kannur, about 7 km from Valapattanam.
Nearest airports: Karipur
international airport, Kozhikode, about 93 km from Kannur town.
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