Welcome To The City of Kozhikode

Welcome To The City of Kozhikode, The Majestic Capital Of Malabar

Kozhikode, otherwise known as Calicut, is a district in the south western part of the South Asian country, India, the land of diversity. To be more precise this city is a significant part of the God's Own Country, Kerala. Kozhikode city offers almost everything that a traveler can ask for, whether it be a wide array of tourist attractions, a huge range of local mouthwatering delicacies or a decent, cozy place to accommodate you.

The Finger-Licking Malabari Cuisine

The Finger-Licking Malabari Cuisine

Kozhikkodens (or the people of Kozhikode) had always been food lovers and hence the region has seen much advancements in the field of cuisine in the past century. The local Malabari Cuisine is just finger-licking and it is guaranteed that no foodie will ever go disappointed from here!!!

Beyond this endemic Mappila or Malabari Cusine, eateries at Kozhikode also serve other Indian and International Cuisines like Punjabi, Gujarati, Rajasthani, Marathi, Keralitan, Indo-Chinese, Italian, Continental, etc.

Here are a few special dishes available in India and moreover Kozhikode.....      A True Treat For Your Eyes

Malabari Snacks On A Platter

The Xtra Special Thalassery/Malabari Chicken Biryani

An Authentic Indian Thali (Just Yummy)

A Typical Kerala Sadya

Falooda (The Kool Ummm Factor)

Tourist Attractions of Kozhikode

Tourist Attractions of Kozhikode

The City of Kozhikode offers a wide variety of places for a traveler to visit. Whether be pristine beaches, scenic waterfalls or places of historical importance, Kozhikode has got it.
Here are a few places of interest in Kozhikode:

Thusharagiri Waterfalls

The set of beautiful cascades forming Thusharagiri waterfalls is located in the hill ranges of Western Ghats, east of Kozhikode. Of these multiple, the first three are within the 500 metres and easy to reach. They are Earattumukku, Thanni Mutassi and Mazhavil Chattam Falls. The next one Thumpi Thullum Para Waterfall, is about 1 km into the woods. there are a couple more waterfalls deep into the forest, within 5kms.

Hike through dense evergreen forest itself is hard not to mention climbing steep rocks. Possibility of sudden encounter with wild animals adds an extra dimension of risk. As a result, enjoying the beauty of the two topmost waterfalls are limited to the very few, who are ready to take the extra miles.

Thusharagiri Waterfalls (View from the Top)

The Bottom-Most Waterfall

Water Coming Out  (Photo taken from near the Origin)

Kappad Beach

Kappad Beach, locally known as Kappakadavu is situated at a distance of 18 km from Calicut City, best known for sandy shores and historical significance. The beach is marked in the pages of history as the place where Vasco Da Gama, the Portuguese navigator landed in the year 1498.
The beach has a rocky headland which gives great views of the surrounding coast and a walk through the beach could gift you with a memorable and mesmerizing experience. A visit to the 800 year old temple nearby could give your visit a finishing pilgrim touch. Overall the beach of Kappad is a peaceful place with stunning views of the sea where you could just relax and get refreshed.
For those who care to have a boat trip, houseboats and motorboats are available at 16kms down the coast on the Korapuzha River.

The Shore Line Rocks At Kappad Beach

Kappad Beach Studded With Smooth Rocks
 Among The Grainy Sand

The Stone Tablet Revealing
The History Of Kappad

Mananchira Square

Mananchira Square, located at the heart of Kozhikode City, is constructed around the Mananchira Tank (Chira), which was built by the last Zamorin king, Mana Vikrama, and is fed by a natural spring. The area around the tank has been partly converted into a park, and landscaped with trees, plants and lawns. There is also a musical fountain at the Square that attracts a lot of visiters. The arch at the entrance guarded by Tipu Sultan's cannons, the ethnic buildings around the Square all help maintain its old-world charm. Mananchira Square has got its own unique ambience and is almost always found crowded with people during evening time. A must visit place of leisure in the Heart of Kozhikode City.

The Mananchira Reservoir

The Entrance Gate & Arch

The Mananchira Ground (Maidan)

S M (Sweet Meat) Street

S.M.Street or Sweetmeat Street is the busiest streets in Kozhikode and derives its name from the times when the street was lined with sweetmeat (halwa) stalls. It is know as Mittai Theruvu in the regional language, Malayalam. Kozhikkoden Halwa and Banana Chips are must buys if you visit this famous commercial hub. This attraction is a sort of Kozhikode exclusive.

A Normal Day In S M Street

Weekend Crowds Seen At S M Street

A Mouthwatering Array Of Sweetmeats (Halwas)
Kept On Display In S M Street

More Attractions To Follow Shortly

A Peep Into Kozhikoden History

A Peep Into Kozhikoden History

Kozhikode was once the capital of the powerful Zamorins. It was here at Kappad (16km) that Vasco da Gama first landed in 1498. Later, the Dutch, the French and the British came to this shorelines for trade. Kozhikode still maintains its commercial traditions, as cargo steamers visit the port even today. This town is famous for its boat building yard, timber industry and historic temples and churches.

Beypore Railway Station, 1930

CSI Church, Mananchira, 1908

Calicut Beach with Light House, 1911

Vasco Da Gama in front of the Zamorin

Vasco Da Gama comes with fleet for
conquering Malabar