KOZHIKODE
Once the capital of the powerful Zamorins and a prominent trade and commerce centre, Kozhikode was the most important region of Malabar in the days gone by. Today, lush green country sides, serene beaches historic sites, wild life sanctuaries, rivers hills, a unique and a warm, friendly ambience make Kozhikode a popular destination.
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery:(5 km from Kozhikode):
On display here are copies of ancient murals, antique bronzes, old coins, excavated earthenware, models of temples, megalithic monuments like dolmonoid cysts, umbrella stones etc. Adjacent to the Museum is the Art Gallery which exhibits an excellent collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma and Raja Raja Varma.
Kirtads:(7km from Kozhikode):
This unique Museum houses the tools and devices used by the ancient tribal communities of Kerala. A good Library with books on Anthropology and Sociology is an added attraction.
Kappad: (16 km from Kozhikode)
This is the Historic Beach where Vasco Da Gama landed on the 27th May 1498, with 170 men in three vessels. A monument on the beach commemorates this historic event. The rock studded beach is locally known as Kappakadavu. an interesting feature of the landscape is the sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea The Temple on the rock is believed to be 800 years old.
Kozhikode Beach:
This Beach is favourite of sunset viewers. Adding to its natural beauty is the old world charm retained in the old light house and the two crumbling piers, each more than a hundred years old, that run into the sea. Entertainment facilities such as the Lions Park for children and the marine water acquarium are added attractions.
Thikkotti Light House:
The Light House which overlooks Velliyamkallu of Moodadi coast was built after shipwreck, the remains of which can still be seen here. The region around the Velliyamkallu rock is the transit home of migratory birds.
S M Street:
Sweet meat is the busiest street in Kozhikode and derives its name from the times when the street was lined with sweetmeat stalls.
Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary:(25 km from Kozhikode):
The estuary at Kadalundy is a haven for migratory birds. Terns, gulls, herons, sandpipers, whimbrels and other exotic birds flock into this place in November and return home in April.
Planetarium:
The Kozhikode Planetarium at the city;s Jaffarkhan colony offers extensive insight into the mysteries of the universe, the planets and the galaxies. There are daily showsat 122, 1400, 1600 & 1800hrs
Regional Service Center:
Situated on the same compound as the planetarium, Regional Science Center is an eye opener into the amazing and exciting dimension of Science.
Tail Temple:
Built in the 14th Century by Sami Thirumulpad, the Zamorin, within his palace complex, this temple was the venue of Revathy Pattathanam, the annual cultural and intellectual event. The Tail Temple is a fine example of the total integration that can exist between wood and laterite, which is remarkable feature of the Kerala style of architecture.
Kallai:
This was once the second largest timber trading centre in Asia. A steel bridge built by the British is still intact here.
Beypore:(10 km South of Kozhikode):
Located at the mouth of the chaliyar River, Beypore one of the Chaliyar River, Beypore, one of the prominent ports and fishing barbours of ancient Kerala was am important trade and maritime centre. Ancient Beypore was much sought after by merchants from Western Asia, for its shipbuilding industry. The boat building yard here, famous for the construction of the Uru(The Arabian Trading Vessel). boasts a tradition of almost 1500 years.
Air:
Nearest Airport-Karipur
Rail:
Links to all the major cities and tourist in India.
Tourist Information Centres:
Kozhikode Railway Station Ph:70097,
Karipur Airport Ph: 722762,
KTDC Tourist Information Center, Hotel Malabar Mansion Ph: 722391.
Malabar Houseboat Cruises: Ph: 452045, 452046
LATA Approved Travel Agents/Tour Operators:
Air Travel Enterprises -723693
Akabar Travels Of India -765085
Altima Tours and Travels -720877
Aircosmos Tours and Travels -520477
Accommodation
Taj Residency 1995-4400 765354
Kappad Beach Resort 1320-1670 683760
Hotel Malabar Palace 1050-2245 721511
Hotel Sea Queen 500-1125 366604
Hotel Hyson 350-1700 766423
Calicut Towers 300-1200 723202
Hotel Regency 240-1390 723121
Hotel Asma Tower 250-975 723560
Aradhana Tourist Home 182-1207 302021
Metro Towers 242-805 700571
Malabar Mansion 175-550 722391
Hotel Maharani 275-1300 723111
Sasthapuri Tourist Home 150-450 723281
Kalpaka Tourist Home 200-600 720222
Hotel Fortune 768888
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