The Parassinikkadavu Snake Park is committed to the preservation and conservation of snakes as most species of the reptile are on the verge of extinction. There are about  150 varieties of snakes including the spectacled cobra, King cobra, Russel Viper, Krait and Pit Viper living in the park.

The park also has a large collection of non-poisonous snakes including pythons. A research laboratory to extract venom from snakes is proposed here.

Parassinikkadavu is also noted for the famous Muthappan temple. This is the only temple in Kerala where a Theyyam performance is a daily ritual offering.

Getting there:
Nearest railway station : Kannur, about 16 km
Nearest airport : Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode about 93  km from Kannur.