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Kozhikode |
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Information about Kozhikode |
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Kozhikode,
also known as Calicut was once the
capital of the powerful Zamorins and a main trade and
commerce centre in Kerala. Kozhikode was also the most important
region of Malabar in the earlier days. Kozhikode covers
an area of 2206 square km. Today, lush green country
sides, serene beaches, historic sites, backwater
destinations, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, hills, a
unique culture and a warm friendly ambience make
Kozhikode a popular destination. Ma Huan also called
this place as the great country of the Western Ocean.
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History of Kozhikode |
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Kozhikode was once the capital of the Zamorins. The zamorins
converted this place into the trading and commercial port. Marco
Polo also visited this place on his way back home from China, in
search of textiles, especially calico, a special type of cotton.
The Chinese also built homes and warehouses in Kozhikode. Vasco
Da Gama landed at Kappad in Calicut in 1498. |
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Backwaters in
Kozhikode |
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The backwaters of Kozhikode are unexplored and unspoiled and
hold great promises for the enchanting holidays. Elathur, the
Canoli Canal and the Kallai River are the best destinations for
boating. Korapuzha, the venue of the Korapuzha Jalstsavam is
fast becoming a popular watersports destination. |
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Tourist attractions in
Kozhikode |
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There are a large number of tourist locations in the
district while tourists visiting Kozhikode are attracted more
towards leisure tourism including beaches and historical
monuments. The different places to visit in Kozhikode are
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery, Krishna Menon Museum,
Kirtads, Beypore, Kappad, Kozhikode Beach, Velliyamkallu,
Payyoli, Kakkayam, Vadakara, Tusharagiri, Peruvannamuzhi,
Wayanad Ghats, Iringal, Mananchira Maidan, Kuttichitra,
Lokanarkavu Temple, Tali Temple, Mannur Temple, Ponmeri and
Varakkal Devi Temple.
More.... |
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Festivals in Kozhikode |
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Malabar Mahotsavam, Sivarathri, Utsavam at Sreekanteswara Temple
and Jalotsavam are the three important festivals which are
celebrated in Kozhikode. Malabar Mohatsavam is a grand festival
of the Malabar region where one can see various traditional and
culture art forms that make it a spectacular cultural
extravaganza. This festival is held in the month of January. As
a part of the Onam festival, three Jalotsavams (water fiestas)
are held every year by sports clubs at Korappuzha, Moorad and
Pongilodippara. These are colourful cultural pageants that
precede the boat races on Onam day. |
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How
to reach Kozhikode |
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By Air:
The nearest airport is located at
Karipur,
about 23 kms
from Kozhikode. The flights daily operates to Mumbai, Chennai,
Bangalore and the Middle east.
The Chennai flight also touches Coimbatore and Madurai.
By Rail:
Kozhikode is well
connected to all the major cities and tourist destinations in
India.
By
Road:
An excellent network
of roads connects the district to all the major towns and cities
of India.
To know the distances
from Kozhikode
click
here. |
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