G.B. International ::- Kerala Cities ::- Kozhikode
| Alleppay | Kasaragod | Malappuram | Pathanamithitta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idukki | Kozhikode | Palakkad | Thrisuur |
| Kochi (Cochin) | Kollam | Waynad | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Kannur | Kumarakom | Thekkady | South India |
Kozhikode (Calicut)
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 countryside, serene beaches, historic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, and hills a unique culture and a warm, friendly ambience make Kozhikode a popular destination. Places to Visit
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art GalleryOn display here are copies of ancient murals, antique bronzes, old coins, 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 Varma.
Kappad
This is the historic beach where Vasco da Gama landed on the 27th of May 1498 with 170 men in three vessels. 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.
Lokanarkavu Temple
This temple, which is associated with the heroes and heroines of the Vadakkanpattu, combines an arresting simplicity and a legendary aura. The candid murals and carvings here are a delight to art lovers.
Tali Temple
Built in the 14th century by Swamy Thirumulpad, the Zamorin, within his palace complex, this temple was the venue of Revathy Pattathanam, the annual cultural and intellectual event at the Zamorin's court. The Tali temple is a fine example of the total integration that can exist between wood and laterite, which is a remarkable feature of the Kerala style of architecture.
Lokanarkavu Temple
This temple, which is associated with the heroes and heroines of the Vadakkanpattu, combines an arresting simplicity and a legendary aura. The candid murals and carvings here are a delight to art lovers.
How to Reach
By AirNearest airport: Karipur (23 km from Kozhikode town) Daily flights to Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore and the Middle East. The Chennai flight also touches Coimbatore and Madurai.
By Rail
Links all the major cities and tourist centers in India.
By Road
Well connected by road to all the major cities and tourist centers in India.