Book of genesis: Chapter 28 verse17 Scripture says" How awesome is this shrine. This is nothing else but an abode of God, and that is the gateway of heaven, Kottakkadavu village, which is the blessing of Kozhikode districtis scenic with ravishing sights.At the heart of the village, in 20 acres of hilly area issituated St. Paul's monastery, and Church. St. Paul's LP School, which emits the light of knowledge is also part of the premises. The monastery which is part of the Devamatha Province of Thrissur CMI Congregation, was founded in 1936by Rev.Fr.Athanasiyus Payyappally. In 1936 itself, Rev.father placed a miraculous crucifix at the church courtyard. This has been considered as one of the biggest crucifixes in Asia.