Kozhikode Beach
In the ancient days, Kozhikode used to be
the most important region of Malabar. The place was also the capital of
powerful Zamorins and it used to be the trade and commercial hub of the
region. The sunset viewers regularly throng the Kozhikode beach, their
favourite place to hangout with their friends and family. The Kozhikode
beach in kerala has an eclectic mix of the natural beauty and the old world charm
which attracts the tourists to it. There is an old lighthouse and two
crumbling piers that run into the sea which serve as added attractions at
the place. The place also has facilities for the children as well which
includes Lions Park and the Marine Water Aquarium.
Fast Facts
- District : Kozhikode
- State : Kerala
- Other names : Calicut
- Location : If you are travelling from Kozhikode to
Connanore, the distance will be 87 km, to Mangalore 225 km, Mysore
265 km and Pallakad will be 236 km away.
- Journey Time : It will take about 2 hrs to reach from
Kozhikode to Connanore, 6 hrs to reach Mangalore, 7 hrs to reach
Mysore and 6 hrs to reach Palakkad, respectively.
- Route from Connanore : If you are travelling from
Connanore to Kozhikode, you'll have to travel via Nadapuram Road,
Vadakara and Quilandi.
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Feature Attraction
Dolphin Point
Located near the beach, the Dolphin point is the place from where you can
easily see a group of dolphins enjoying themselves in the seas. The chances
of sighting the dolphins increase when you go there in the morning.
Accommodation
- Taj Residency – 5 Star
- Malabar Palace – 4 Star
- Fortune Hotel – 3 Star
- Hyson Heritage – 3 Star
- Sea Queen Hotel – 2 Star
- Alakapuri Hotel - 2 Star
When to go
The months from October to March are the best months to visit the Kozhikode
beach.
How to get there
The nearest airport from the Kozhikode beach is the Karipur International
Airport which is about 25 km away. The Kozhikode railway station is the
nearest one and is just 1 km away.
Other Attractions
» Mananchira Square
The recently renovated Mananchira Square, is situated in the busiest part
of the city. Some of the most important squares of the city are located here
which include Kuttichera Tank, Kuttichera, Commonwealth Spinning Mill,
Pattalam Mosque, Town Hall and the Commonwealth Trust Factory among others.
» Thikkodi Lighthouse and Payyoli Beach
This lighthouse can be seen from the Kappad beach. From the top of the
lighthouse, you can have a panoramic view of the Arabian Sea. The lighthouse
and the Payyoli beach are about 30 km away from the Kozhikode town.
» Thali Temple
Constructed by the Samuthiris, the Thali temple was the venue of an annual
competition where various artists used to present their skills and talents
before the Samuthiri.
» Pazhassi Raja Museum
Situated atop the East hill which is about 6 km away from Kozhikode, the
items on display here include antique bronzes, old coins, models of temples
and mural paintings, among other items.
