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Kozhikode Travel |
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Population : 801,200
Distance : 445km from Thiruvananthapuram
224km from Kochi
Kozhikode --A Great Province of Malabar
Overlooking the southwest coast of India lies Kozhikode or Calicut, the erstwhile money in the illustrious Zamorins. Described as "the great province of Malabar" by the legendary traveler Marco Polo, Kozhikode is situated on the northern component of Kerala.
While the district is flanked by Kannur to the north, Malappuram around the south and Wayanad around the east, the frolicking waves in the Arabian Sea lap the western shores of Kerala.
Innumerable versions of how Kozhikode acquired its identify abound amongst the regional populace. Based on one such version, the location acquired its title from "Cock Fort" (the land where the cock crows). Another edition says that Kozhikode derived its title from Koyil Kotu or Kotta, which means a fortified palace.
Kozhikode Travel Information
Vasco da Gama Macadamized The way For European Rule Vasco da Gama throwing anchor at the port of Kappad in 1498 only paved the way in which for other European powers who were to stick to within the later years. The location came beneath the supremacy with the Portuguese, the Dutch and as a final point the British who ruled it till India gained independence (see Calicut in History of Kerala).
CVN Kalari Centre
A well-known centre for the historic form of Kerala's martial art, Kalaripayattu.
The Backwater Tourist Attractions Kozikode
The backwaters of Kozhikode maintain great tourist potential mainly because of their unspoilt charm and healthy splendor. The Korapuzha Jalotsavam (water fiesta), held at Korapuzha has kindled the curiosity of sports activities lovers. Boating amenities are obtainable at Elathur, the Canoli Canal as well as the Kallai River. Kozhikode has produced it to the record of tourist destinations due to the fact of its unique combination of historical sites, breathtaking locales along with a warm and friendly ambience.
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