Kannur- The Crown of Kerala
Settled along the coast of the Arabian Sea, Kannur is a beautiful destination in the state of Kerala. The city is famous for serene beaches, majestic palaces, age-old forts and temples. Kannur ensures a fun-filled and memorable trip by allowing tourists to indulge in sightseeing, shopping, relishing delicious cuisines and trying a hand on various adventure activities. Historically, the city has been an important trading port under various regimes including the Dutch, Portuguese, British and Mysore Sultanate.
Tourist attractions in Kannur
The city of Kannur, studded with so many historical, spiritual and natural attractions, will mesmerise the tourists with its beauty. Ezhimala Hill, Palakkayam Thattu, Thottada Beach, St. Angelo Fort, Arakkal Museum, Muzhappilangad Beach, Rajarajeshwara Temple, Paithalmala, Thalassery Fort, Dharmadam Island, Ezhara Beach and Kannur Lighthouse are some of the must-visit spots in Kannur.
Things to do Kannur
Take strolls along the beaches, behold the splendid view of the Arabian Sea and spend a day amidst the scenic setting of the place. Visit the famous Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple for holy darshan. Witness the heritage beauty of Kannur at Arakkal Palace. Indulge in various water sports at the Payyambalam Beach such as boating, dolphin ride and banana boat ride.
Airport in Kannur
Opened in the year 2018, Kannur International Airport is the primary air base providing services to North Malabar region of the state as well as Karnataka's Kodagu and Mysore districts and Puducherry's Mahé district. The airport is about 28 km east of the city.
- Airport Address: Mattannur, Kannur- 670702 (Kerala)
- Airport IATA Code: CNN