Paithalmala or Vaithalmala is a hill station in the Kannur district. With an altitude of 4000 feet bove sea level, it is the highest peak in Kannur. Paithalmala is located in the Western Ghat mountain ranges, which runs parallel to the western coast of India, and is situated near Kerala-Karnataka border.
These Mountain Ranges are renowned for their rich bio-diversity. The nearest town is Kudiyanmala and the nearest bus stop is Pottanplavu. This is a must visit place if you love adventure and trekking. You will feel closer to nature and surely like to visit again once you visit Paithalmala. Several waterfalls and mountain ranges adds the beauty of Paithalmala. One can have a wide view of both kerala and Karnataka from the top of this hill.
DISTANCE FROM nutmegcountythabore: 46 KM (AROUND 1 HOUR 35