Quick Facts
Popularly Known As: Calicut
Major Attractions: Kappad, Kozhikode Beach, Beypore, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
Suitable Time to Visit: September to February
Previously known as Calicut, Kozhikode is a beautiful town in Kerala State. Kozhikode is typically a coastal town sandwiched between the districts of Kan
nur and Malappuram. Set along the cool blue Arabian Sea, the town is renowned for important historic sites, serene beaches, beautiful hills, tranquil backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries and many other attractions. Kozhikode is easily accessible by air, rail and road transport. For accommodation there are budget, luxury and star category hotels.
Major Attractions in Kozhikode
Kozhikode Beach: A fun beach Kozhikode Beach is home to a number of attractions that include amusement parks, lighthouse and two very old piers. Also enjoy the astonishing sunset view from the beach.
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery: The museum has a great collection of arts and antiquities. You can see exhibits like ancient murals, ancient bronze articles, coins, models of temples and some megalithic monuments.
Kozhikode Planetarium: The panetarium is located at
Jaffarkhan colony. The planetarium reveals the mysteries of the universe, the planets and the galaxies. Daily shows are hosted at the place, at 12 o'clock, 02 p.m., 04 p.m. and 06 p.m.
Velliyamkallu: The massive rock on the shores is considered as dangerous place that navigators were often afraid of. The rock used to be employed by the Marakkars as a vantage point against the invading Portuguese.
Kalipoika: Just 2 km from Kozhikode, Kalipoika offers unique boating experience. Some other attractions located nearby include Thikkoti Lighthouse, Kirtads, , Payyoli, Kakkayam, Varakkal Devi Temple, Tusharagiri, St. Mary's Church, Buddha Vihar, Peruvannamuzhi, Vellari Mala, Wayanad Ghats, Kuttiyadi, Iringal, Mananchira Maidan, Kuttichira, Mishkal Masjid, Pishakarikavu, Lokanarkavu Temple, Mannur Temple, Ponmeri, etc.
Beypore Harbour: Beypore Harbour is situated on Chaliyar River, around10 km south of Kozhikode. The old port is a popular attraction and features a community that has been building vessels for more than one and a half millennia.
Kappad Beach: Set approximately 16 km away from Ko
zhikode, the beautiful beach is popular as the place where Vasco De Gama landed on 27th May 1498. A monument had been established on the beach that commemorates the event. From the beach you can enjoy great view of the stretched out sea. Also visit the temple built on the rocks that reach out for the sea.
Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary: Situated 25 km away from Kozhikode, the bird sanctuary homes hundreds of bird species including terns, sea gulls, herons, sandpipers, etc.
Major Attractions: Kappad, Kozhikode Beach, Beypore, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
Suitable Time to Visit: September to February
Previously known as Calicut, Kozhikode is a beautiful town in Kerala State. Kozhikode is typically a coastal town sandwiched between the districts of Kan
nur and Malappuram. Set along the cool blue Arabian Sea, the town is renowned for important historic sites, serene beaches, beautiful hills, tranquil backwaters, wildlife sanctuaries and many other attractions. Kozhikode is easily accessible by air, rail and road transport. For accommodation there are budget, luxury and star category hotels.Major Attractions in Kozhikode
Kozhikode Beach: A fun beach Kozhikode Beach is home to a number of attractions that include amusement parks, lighthouse and two very old piers. Also enjoy the astonishing sunset view from the beach.
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery: The museum has a great collection of arts and antiquities. You can see exhibits like ancient murals, ancient bronze articles, coins, models of temples and some megalithic monuments.
Kozhikode Planetarium: The panetarium is located at
Jaffarkhan colony. The planetarium reveals the mysteries of the universe, the planets and the galaxies. Daily shows are hosted at the place, at 12 o'clock, 02 p.m., 04 p.m. and 06 p.m.Velliyamkallu: The massive rock on the shores is considered as dangerous place that navigators were often afraid of. The rock used to be employed by the Marakkars as a vantage point against the invading Portuguese.
Kalipoika: Just 2 km from Kozhikode, Kalipoika offers unique boating experience. Some other attractions located nearby include Thikkoti Lighthouse, Kirtads, , Payyoli, Kakkayam, Varakkal Devi Temple, Tusharagiri, St. Mary's Church, Buddha Vihar, Peruvannamuzhi, Vellari Mala, Wayanad Ghats, Kuttiyadi, Iringal, Mananchira Maidan, Kuttichira, Mishkal Masjid, Pishakarikavu, Lokanarkavu Temple, Mannur Temple, Ponmeri, etc.
Beypore Harbour: Beypore Harbour is situated on Chaliyar River, around10 km south of Kozhikode. The old port is a popular attraction and features a community that has been building vessels for more than one and a half millennia.
Kappad Beach: Set approximately 16 km away from Ko
zhikode, the beautiful beach is popular as the place where Vasco De Gama landed on 27th May 1498. A monument had been established on the beach that commemorates the event. From the beach you can enjoy great view of the stretched out sea. Also visit the temple built on the rocks that reach out for the sea.Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary: Situated 25 km away from Kozhikode, the bird sanctuary homes hundreds of bird species including terns, sea gulls, herons, sandpipers, etc.
