Kannur is an ancient trading port. It is an attractive place situated on the northern side of Kerala. The city is home to St. Angelo Fort which faces the Arabian sea, was ruled by European colonial forces. The city is known for trading spices and greenery. So, hop on to the next Kuwait to Kannur flight now!
Things to do in Kannur
Religious spots: Madayipara is a flat-topped hillock located in the Madayi, famous for Madayi Kavu of Goddess Kali, and, the Vadukunnu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Also, you can visit the famous Shree Subramanya Swami Temple.
Beaches: There are plenty of beaches in Kannur such as Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, Thottada Beach, and Payyambalam Beach.
Park and Museum: Visit the famous Parassinikkadavu Snake Park. This park is dedicated to the conservation of snakes and many species of reptiles. You can also enjoy the Arakkal Museum if you want to know the history of the royal family in Kerala.
Tourist attractions in Kannur
Visit historical monuments: There are several ancient architectural monuments situated in the city that is worth visiting, such as St. Angelo Fort.,Tellicherry Fort.
Kannur lighthouse: Visit Kannur's first and only lighthouse.
Best time to visit Kannur
The best time to visit the Kannur is winter, between October and March.
Places to shop in Kannur
There are plenty of famous places to shop in Kannur ranging from high-end shopping malls to street shopping such as Kannur City Center, The Fort Light Complex, Fort Road, Capitol Mall etc.
Modes of transport in Kannur
There are various modes of transportation available in Kannur such as government and private buses, mini-buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis and rented cars, which makes this destination more convenient and inexpensive to roam around.
Weather in Kannur
The weather is tropical in Kannur. Rainfall is typical nearly all the months of the year, and dry weather is significant.
Airports in Kannur
The distance between the city centre to the Kannur airport is only 24 km, which takes about half an hour from the international airport to Kannur railway station. IndiGo offers Kannur to Doha flights for those looking to travel to the grand desert.
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