Parassinikkadavu Snake Park

Parassinikkadavu Snake Park - Location: Parassinkkadavu about 16 km from Kannur town, Kannur district, north Kerala. Parassinikkadavu Snake Park is committed to the protection and conservation of snakes, like most species of reptiles are threatened with extinction. There are about 150 varieties of snakes including the spectacled bear Cobra, King Cobra, Russell Viper, Krait and Pit Viper living in the park. Parassinikkadavu is also known for the famous temple Muthappan. This is the only temple in Kerala where a Theyyam performance is a daily ritual offering.Parassinikkadavu Snake Park - Nearest airport: Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode about 93 km from Kannur. 

              The park contains a wide variety of snakes and other small animals, including glasses Eider Cobra, King Cobra, Russell's viper, Krait and various snakes. There is also a large collection of non-poisonous snakes, including pythons. The park is dedicated to the conservation of snakes, many species that are gradually becoming extinct. In a live broadcast, has been trained and "interaction" with a number of snakes, including cobras and vipers, and trying to curb the mythical fears and superstitions about snakes. It has also been suggested that a laboratory to extract venom from snakes for research are set up here.

                  Snake Park is also a variety of non-poisonous snakes including pythons. The park is designed to maintain and preserve the many species of snakes, which are on the brink of extinction. In addition, the extract of venom from snakes is proposed here laboratory.
                        The Chikista Visha Kendra offers effective treatment for snake bites. It is the only place, perhaps in Ayurveda and modern medicine are effectively combined to treat snakebite victims.