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.
Valapattanam - 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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