{"id":4744,"date":"2017-02-25T07:19:47","date_gmt":"2017-02-25T07:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/?p=4744"},"modified":"2020-11-06T05:31:01","modified_gmt":"2020-11-06T05:31:01","slug":"weekend-getaway-paithalmala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/weekend-getaway-paithalmala\/","title":{"rendered":"Weekend Getaway \u2013 Paithalmala"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The weekend is just round the corner and it\u2019s time to let go of all your work-related stress that you have been experiencing for over a month.<\/p>\n<p>A retreat to the lap of Nature by breathing fresh air and seeing picturesque locations will rejuvenate you from within and bring back that lost smile on your face.<\/p>\n<p>Because Mother Nature has strong healing powers that can mitigate all your worries and make you a renewed soul. There are a number of exotic places to visit in Kerala that boasts of pristine natural beauty.<\/p>\n<p>So, don\u2019t wait; keep aside your tight schedules and project deadlines and go on a backpacking trip to Paithalmala \u2013 a beautiful hill station in Kannur district.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-4746\" src=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-2.png\" alt=\"Paithalmala\" width=\"640\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-2.png 640w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-2-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Image by\u00a0<a class=\"new\" title=\"User:Kamarukv (page does not exist)\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=User:Kamarukv&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kamarukv<\/a>\u00a0via Wikimedia<\/p>\n<p>Located at an altitude of 4500 ft above sea level, Paithalmala (also called Vaithalmala) is the highest peak in Kannur. It\u2019s about 65 kms from Kannur and is situated near the Kerala-Karnataka border very close to the Kodagu forests in the Western Ghats. \u00a0Though a <a href=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/21-offbeat-destinations-kerala\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">less explored place<\/a>, Paithalmala has gained popularity in recent times, thanks to social media.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4747 size-full\" title=\"Paithalmala-Flora and Fauna\" src=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-3.png\" alt=\"Paithalmala-Flora and Fauna\" width=\"640\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-3.png 640w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-3-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Image by\u00a0<span class=\"mw-mmv-author\"><a title=\"User:Vinayaraj\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User:Vinayaraj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vinayaraj<\/a>\u00a0via Wikimedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u2018Paithal\u2019<em>,<\/em> in Malayalam means, \u2018infant\u2019 and \u2018mala\u2019 means \u2018hill\u2019. Just as the name suggests, this hill station is untouched by human intervention and hence, its enchanting beauty is simply beyond words. The place boasts of a <a href=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/kerala-flora-fauna-images\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rich flora and fauna<\/a> including dense forests, waterfalls, butterflies and different species of birds.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Paithalmala can be reached from Kappimala, a village located 6 kms away and Kudiyanmala, another village located 2 kms away. Kappimala is considered as the gateway to Paithalmala and it presents to you a curtain raiser of the real paradise awaiting you at Paithalmala. Most parts of Kappimala are occupied by a variety of crops like cocoa, rubber, vanilla, etc.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4748 size-full\" title=\"Paithalmala-Trekking\" src=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-1.png\" alt=\"Paithalmala-Trekking\" width=\"640\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-1.png 640w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-1-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Image by\u00a0<a class=\"new\" title=\"User:Rawbin (page does not exist)\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=User:Rawbin&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rawbin<\/a>\u00a0via Wikimedia<\/p>\n<p>Paithalmala is an <a href=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/6-popular-trekking-trails-in-kerala\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ideal spot for trekking<\/a>. Even during the sweltering heat of the summer, you can enjoy a cool climate here. Early mornings are the best time to embark on your trekking journey. You can start right after having a light breakfast. Also, lunch and other refreshments can be carried with you.<\/p>\n<p>The trekking trail is about 6 kms and it takes 1.5 to 2 hours to reach the summit of the hilltop. On your way, you will be treated to the spectacular views of sylvan valleys, streams and lush grasslands. But make sure you wear sports shoes for trekking as leeches can trouble you.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4749 size-full\" title=\"Paithalmala\" src=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-4.png\" alt=\"Paithalmala\" width=\"640\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-4.png 640w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-4-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Image by\u00a0<span class=\"mw-mmv-author\"><a class=\"new\" title=\"User:Kamarukv (page does not exist)\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?title=User:Kamarukv&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kamarukv<\/a>\u00a0via Wikimedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>After walking for about 45 minutes, from the Paithalmala valley, you will reach an observatory tower. This tower offers a bird\u2019s eye view of the surroundings hills, valleys and regions of Kannur district. You can relax here for a while, eat food and click photographs.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Best time to Visit<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Paithalmala can be visited during both summer and monsoon months. The sight of mist-laden hills and valleys during monsoon season is an enchanting experience. The place enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year.<\/p>\n<p>However, the best time to visit Paithalmala is from January to March.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4750 size-full\" title=\"Paithalmala\" src=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-5.png\" alt=\"Paithalmala\" width=\"640\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-5.png 640w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Paithalmala-5-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>Image by\u00a0<a title=\"User:Vinayaraj\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User:Vinayaraj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vinayaraj<\/a>\u00a0via Wikimedia<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>How to Reach<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>By Road:<\/strong> The nearest bus station is at Pottenplavu (near Kudiyanmala). KSRTC services are available from Kannur and Taliparambu.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Rail: <\/strong>The nearest railway station is Kannur<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Air: <\/strong>The nearest airports are Calicut International Airport and Mangalore International Airport<\/p>\n<p>Kerala tourist destinations offer only the best for you and your family and Paithalmala will give you some sweet memories which you will cherish forever. So, pack your bags and unwind yourself by going on a weekend trip to Paithalmala and come closer to Nature and experience its purity.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you like this post, please share!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/contact_us\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"134\" src=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Get-Your-Tour-Plan-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Get-Your-Tour-Plan-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Get-Your-Tour-Plan-1-300x80.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradise-kerala.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Get-Your-Tour-Plan-1-768x205.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 The weekend is just round the corner and it\u2019s time to let go of all your work-related stress that you have been experiencing for over a month. 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