G.B. International ::- Kerala Cities ::- Kannur
| Alleppay | Kasaragod | Malappuram | Pathanamithitta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idukki | Kozhikode | Palakkad | Thrisuur |
| Kochi (Cochin) | Kollam | Waynad | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Kannur | Kumarakom | Thekkady | South India |
Kannur 
With the Western Ghats in the east (Coorg district of Karnataka State), Kozhikode and Wayanad districts in the south, Lakshadweep Sea in the west and Kasaragod in the north, Kannur district is bounded by a wealth of natural beauty. The district itself, which shares much of this natural splendour, has been a key contributor to the cultural, religious, political and industrial heritage of the State. In addition, Kannur also enjoys the credit of having been the cradle of many a colorful folk art and folk music of Kerala. Places to Visit
Payyambalam BeachThis beach is a local picnic spot.
Arakkal Kettu
This was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala.
St. Angelo Fort
This sea front laterite fort was constructed in 1505 AD by the first Portuguese Viceroy Don Francisco De Almeda with the consent of the ruling Kolathiri Raja. After changing hands from the Portuguese to the Dutch and then to the English, the fort became on of the important military centers of the British in Malabar. The fort, which is now under the Archaeological Survey of India, Offers fascinating views of the Mappila bay fishing harbour.
Valapattanam
The small town on the Valapattanam River is well known for its wood-based industries and timber trade. The port of Azhikkal and Azhikkal beach are located nearby. Western India Plywood's Limited, the largest wood-based industry in the country and also one of the largest of its kind in South East Asia, is a major industrial concern here.
Muzhapilangad Beach
Black rocks protect this long, clean beach from the currents of the deep, making its shallow water a swimmer's paradise. Perhaps this is Kerala's only drive-in beach where you can drive down the entire length of 4 km.
How to Reach
By AirNearest airport: Kozhikode(Calicut) (93 km)
By Rail
Kannur is an important railhead of the Southern Railway.
By Road
An excellent road transport system connects Kannur to all the major towns of South India.