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Calicut is locally known as Kozhikode, it was the
capital and an important trade centre of the former Malabar District. It is
the third largest city of Kerala. This city is famous as the place where
Zheng He of China first visited, then later Vasco da Gama in 1498. He landed
in the remote beach of Kappad which is 18 km away from the city. The name of
the fibre calico is derived from the name of this city. The main rivers are
Mahe river, Murad river Korapuzha, Kallai river, Chaliyar. The city so
beautiful and gifted by God and worth visiting.
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HOW
TO REACH
By Air - Calicuit airport is just 25 kms from the city centre, all the major
cities are connected with frequent flights.
By Train - Calicut is well connected to all major cities with lots of
options of regular and express trains.
By Road - Calicut has a huge network of roads and connected to all major
cities of Kerala. All the roads are in good condition and well
maintained. You can choose the regular or luxury buses operated by Govt. and
private tour operates.
WHEN TO GO
Calicut can be visited round the year, but best time to travel Calicut is
between October to March.
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WHAT TO SEE |
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Kappad Beach - The beautiful rocky beach has
an historical importance. Vasco da Gama landed at this beach in
1498, becoming the first European to reach India by the sea route
around the southern cape of Africa. The beach is very famous.
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Pookot Lake - The beautiful lake the best
tourist spot in Calicut, it is surrounded by lush green mountains.
The fresh water lake the cool breezes make it feels like heaven. you
can also enjoy boat ride at this lovely lake.
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Pazhassiraja Museum - The museum displays the
acclaimed paintings of Kerala's cherished artists, Raja Ravi Varma
(1848 - 1906) whose works brought international repute to the State
and his uncle Raja Raja Varma. It also displays mural paintings,
antique bronzes, ancient coins, models of temples, umbrella stones,
dolmenoid cists (quadrangular burial chambers with capstones), and
similar megalithic monuments.
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Backwaters - The backwaters of Calicut is so
enchanting and gorgeous. It a combination of beautiful lakes, rivers
and canals. You can enjoy the backwater by staying at the house
boat.
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Thusharagiri Waterfalls - The gurgling
waterfalls of Thusharagiri is another highlight of Western Ghats are
simply pleasure for eyes. The best roar of the waterfalls can be
enjoyed from September to November.
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Beypore Beach - Located at the mouth of the
Chaliyar River in Kozhikode district, Beypore, one of the prominent
ports and fishing harbours of ancient Kerala was an important trade
and maritime centre. Ancient Beypore was much sought after by
merchants from Western Asia, for its ship building industry. The
boat building yard here is famous for the construction of the Uru,
the traditional Arabian trading vessel. The Beypore Beach has a
bridge built nearly 2 kms into the sea. It is actually made up of
huge stones piled together for nearly 2 kms making a pathway into
the sea.
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Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary - Kadalundi bird
sanctuary, 19 km from Kozhikode is home to more than a hundred
varieties of native birds and over 60 species of migratory birds
flock here in large numbers. The sanctuary is also known for a wide
variety of Fish, Mussels and Crabs. Birds like Terns, Gulls, Herons,
Sandpipers, Whimbrels, and other migratory birds flock the place
from the month of November and return only by the end of April.
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Peruvannamuzhi Dam - Peruvannamuzhi is located
about 60 km North East of the district headquarters. By boarding
buses plying between Kozhikode and Peruvannamuzhi, you can directly
reach Peruvannamuzhi Dam. In addition, frequent bus services are
available from Perambra to Peruvannamuzhi dam.
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Thali Temple - The Kozhikkode Thali temple is
an ancient one, dating back to the days of the Zamorin rule. The
term Thali refers to a Shiva temple; however, the temple complex
also houses a shrine to Krishna. Legend has it that Parasurama,
associated with several temples in Kerala, worshipped Shiva here.
Several legends associated with feudal rivalry, curses and relief
from curses are associated with this temple. In its glorious days,
this temple celebrated the Revathi Pattattaanam festival for seven
days in the malayala month of Tulaa where learning and scholarship
was celebrated with feasting and awards. The composer of
Narayaneeyam (Guruvayur) is said to have been a recepient of awards
at this festival. The Zamorin is also asociated with the pomp and
splendor of the now extinct Mahamakam festival at Tirunavayi.
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Sultan Bathery - It is also known as Sulthan's
Battery (pronounced in Malayalam as ‘Sul-than Ba-the-ry’), 98 km
from Calicut, was formerly known as Ganapathivattom. It derivers its
present name from Tippu Sultan of Mysore who built a fort here in
the 18th century.
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WHERE TO EAT
Calicut has so many option for restaurants, there are so many vegetarian and
non vegetarian restaurants, all the the major hotels has their own
restaurants. The can try Woodlands at GH Road, Dakshin at Mavoor Road, Ruchi
Mavoor Road and Taj Residency.
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