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Beypore
Beypore (10 km south of Kozhikode)
 Located
at the mouth of the Chaliyar river, 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
shipbuilding industry. The boat building yard here, famous for the construction
of the Uru (the Arabian trading vessel), boasts a tradition of almost 1500 years
Kappad (16 km from Kozhikode):
This is the historic beach where Vasco da Gama landed on the 27th of May 1498. A
monument on the beach commemorates this historic event. The rock studded beach
is locally known as Kappakadavu. An interesting feature of the landscape is the
sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea. Read
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Kozhikode Beach 
This beach is a favourite haunt of sunset viewers. The old world charm
retained in the old lighthouse and the two crumbling piers, each more than a
hundred years old, that run into the sea is adding to its natural beauty .
Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary (25 km from Kozhikode)
The estuary at Kadalundi is a heaven for migratory birds. Terns, gulls, herons,
sandpipers, whimbrels and other exotic birds flock into this place in November
and return home in April.
Kakkayam (45 km from Kozhikode)
This picturesque damsite, teeming with exotic wildlife, offers excellent
trekking and rock climbing opportunities. The best time to visit is between
November and April.
Tusharagiri (50 km from Kozhikode)
Tusharagiri is located near Vythiri in Wayanad and is famous for its trekking
tracks. Trekkers start early morning from the second waterfall and climb uphill
through the pristine, dense evergreen forests populated with exotic birds and
wildlife to reach Vythiri by evening.
Thikkoti Light House
The 33.5m light house was erected in 1847.The lighthouse which
overlooks Velliyamkallu off Moodadi coast was built after a shipwreck, the
remains of which can still be seen here. The region around the Velliyamkallu
rock is the transit home of migratory birds.
Mananchira
The center of the Kozhikode is marked by Mananchira, a large tank with a
park on the north side.
Kallai
The major center of Kerala's timber industry. The yard is said to be the second
largest in the world. Elephants are still widely used for hauling. A steel bridge
built by the British is still intact here.
S M Street
Sweet Meat Street is the busiest street in Kozhikode and derives its name
from the times when the street was lined with sweetmeat stalls.
Peruvannamuzhi (60 km from Kozhikode)
The Peruvannamuzhi damsite set amid hills is a beautiful picnic spot. The
reservoir here provides facilities for speed and row boat cruises during which
one can see the Smarakathottam - a garden built in memory of the freedom
fighters of the region. Uninhabited islands, the bird sanctuary and a crocodile
farm add to the charm of the place.
Wayanad Ghats
The green ghats enroute to Wayanad has nine hairpin bends, each turn taking
one to a higher altitude offering a better view of the picturesque plains below.
Mananchira Maidan
The palace tank of King Mana-Vikrama is an architectural wonder. The musical
fountain inside the maidan and the meticulously landscaped lawns surrounded by
traditional buildings in the Kerala style, fascinate visitors.
Vellari Mala
Scintillating waterfalls and velvet green landscapes make this an ideal spot
for trekking.
Museums and Art Galleries
 Pazhassirajah
Museum
Situated 5 km from Kozhikode. Here exhibits of copies of ancient mural
paintings, antique bronzes, old coins and models of temples and megalithic
monuments are seen. The next door to the museum is the Art Gallery and Krishna
Museum which has an excellent collection of paintings by Indian artists and wood
and ivory carvings. Open from 9.30 am - 12.30 pm, 2.30 pm - 5.30 pm,
closed on Mondays.
Art Gallery
Art Gallery is near to the museum. It has an excellent collection of paintings
of Raja Ravi Varma and Raja Raja Varma.
Krishna Menon Museum
This museum is dedicated to late V K Krishna Menon, the former Defence Minister
and national leader of India. His personal belongings and souvenirs are displayed here.
Kirtads (7 km from Kozhikode)
This unique museum houses the tools and devices used by the ancient tribal
communities of Kerala. A good library with books on Anthropology and Sociology
is an added attraction.
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