KOZHIKODE The Glory of past grandeur Kozhikode was one of the great ports in Kerala and was the capital of Zamorin Rajas. It was here at Kappad that Vasco Da Gama landed in 1498. It is famous for boat building and timber industry. Area - 30.60 sq km Population - 5,20,600 Languages - Malayalam and English Best time to visit- November to March STD code – 0495 How to Reach Air: The Kozhikod airport is at Karipur 23 km away from town. Rail: Kozhikod is connected by rail with other parts of the country. Road: Kozhikod is connected by good network of roads. Kozhikode Tourism Spots Art Gallery It is situated next to Pazhassiraja museum, this art gallery contains paintings of Raja Revi Varma. Beypore It is a small coastal town situated at the mouth of the River Beypore. It was one of the important ports of kerala and still it is famous for its country crafts. Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary The estuary at Kadalundi is a heaven for migratory birds. Terns, gulls, herons, sandpipers, whimbrels and other exotic birds flock into this place in November and return home in April. Kappad A small stone monument has been erected to commemorate the landing of Vasco Da Gama on this shore on 27 may 1498. Krishna Meno Museum The Museum has a special section in honor of Krishna Menon, where his personal belongings and souvenirs are exhibite. Mananchira The important institutions like Town Hall, Public Library, Common wealth Trust Office are situated here. The largest pond and park are well known land mark in this area. Peruvannamoozhi Dam This Dam site has birds sanctuary and also a crocodile farm. Boating facilities are also available. Vadakara There is a historical fort in this town. It is famous for martial arts Kalaripayathu. Just 5 km away from Vadakara, is a famous Lokanarkavu Bhagavathi Temple, which is 1500 years old, dedicated to Goddess Durga. Vellari Mala Scintillating waterfalls and velvet green landscapes make this an ideal spot for trekking. Wayanad Ghats The green ghats enroute to Wayanad has nine hairpin bends, each turn taking one to a higher altitude offering a better view of the picturesque plains below. Beaches Kappad (16 km from Kozhikode) Distance Kakkayam (45 km) Vadakara (48 km) Tusharagiri water falls (50 km) Peruvannamuzhi (60) KozhikodeClimate Best time to visit Kozhikode is between the months of November and March. Kozhikode Map

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