Positioned at a distance of half an hour drive from Payannur in northern side of Kannur district of Gods own Country Kerala, Matool is a hidden treasure with a picturesque setting and a stunning backdrop.This place was mentioned by the Arabic traveler Ibn Batuta as Ma thool which means a narrow piece of land in Arabic while he landed in this place.
Surrounded by backwater and the sea, this place is truly a narrow piece of land with unanimous natural beauty.
Surrounded by backwater and the sea, this place is truly a narrow piece of land with unanimous natural beauty.
Venturing for half an hour from Payannur along the wonderful beach will reveal you of the blend of boisterous ocean and calm backwaters of Arabian Sea. The sea wall separates the backwaters on the left and the Arabian Sea on the right and at the end of the sea wall there is a view point from where one can see the confluence of the backwater and the sea.
Activities:
Boating facilities is available in some areas which are the easiest means to explore the nook and corners of this wonderful place. Houseboats give tourists a magnificent opportunity to view the glittering sunset and the azure sea.
The smell of the dried fish may stop and ignore your mind for visiting this place for a while but thinking of the captivating scenery and the cool breeze that passes here all the time is sure to force you to lean forward.
Do make sure to taste some mango and watermelon if happen to visit in summer.
The combination of natural beauty and the warm, and welcoming people of this place makes it a must visit place if you are looking for peace and serenity amidst nature.
Travel Tips:
1.Carry warm clothes as the evenings and mornings remains chilly.
2. Carry your essential and basic things while venturing out like sun cream, sun shade, sun hat, bottle of water, and emergency medicine etc.
3. The sea foods are something you cannot miss while in this place.
4. Do not carry any types of drugs which are punishable or offensive by law.
5. Ensure to book a hotel in Kannur before venturing for the day long trip to Matool.
6. Avoid visiting in rainy seasons.
Best time to visit: November to February (winter) is the best time to visit this place as the weather remains agreeable.
How to Reach:
By Air: The nearest airports to this place are Calicut International Airport at 125 and Mangalore airport at 173 km.
By Train: The nearest railway station to this place is Kannur railway station at 30 km distance from Matool.
By Road: One can avail a bus or a taxi from the airport and railway station to reach this place.
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