Sandwiched between Wayanad Hills and the Arabian Sea, Kozhikode is an enchanting coastal city located in Kerala. Formerly known as Calicut, the city used to serve as the Capital of Malabar five centuries ago. Also regarded as a ‘Colonial City of Trade and Tourism’, it is a prominent spice and cotton trade centre. Known for being the 2nd largest urban agglomeration in Kerala, it is home to several beautiful beaches and historic forts.
Tourist attractions in Kozhikode
Amongst the numerous must-visit places in Kozhikode, some of the most popular ones include Kozhippara Falls, Thali Temple, Thusharagiri Falls, Mother of God Cathedral, Thikkoti Lighthouse, Kakkayam, Kallai River, Mananchira Square, Payyoli, Elathur, Muchundi Palli, Vellari Mala, Lokanarkavu Temple, Beypore Beach, Azhakodi Devi Temple, Peruvannamuzhi Dam, Valayanad, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Pazhassiraja Museum, Kozhikode Beach, Kappad Beach, Kerala Arts and Crafts Village and Mishkal Palli Mosque.
Things to do in Kozhikode
Kozhikode offers a plethora of interesting things to do. Enjoy a relaxing a boat cruise across the beautiful backwaters of Kozhikode. Go on a refreshing drive along the 2-km-long Pulimoodu bridge. Treat yourself to delicious delicacies at the Sweet Street. Enjoy birdwatching at Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary. Gain knowledge at the Regional Science Centre and Planetarium. Witness Raja Ravi Varma’s awe-inspiring oil paintings at Krishna Menon Museum. Delve deeply into Kerala’s art and culture at Sargaalaya Kerala Arts.
Airport in Kozhikode
Located in Karipur in Kerala’s Malappuram district, Calicut International Airport is also called Karipur Airport. Situated at a distance of 28 km from Kozhikode, this international airport is the 11th busiest airport in India and the 3rd busiest airport in the state in terms of passenger traffic. It serves the Malabar region of Malappuram, Kozhikode, Palakkad and Wayanad.
- Airport Address - Calicut Airport P.O, Calicut Airport Rd, Karipur, Kerala - 673647
- Airport IATA Code - CCJ