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Kozhikode
Kozhikode or Calicut (Kozhikode),
the gateway to Kerala, is a
prosperous and thriving
destination packed with tourist
attractions. Sun kissed beaches,
verdant jungles, intoxicating spice
gardens, revered temples and a
rich historic legacy all characterize
Calicut.
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Famous For : City
Calicut (Kozhikode) or Kozhikode is
historically known for welcoming Vasco da
Gama, way back in 1498 AD. Amongst its
myriad charms, it has a couple of other
attractive crowd pullers like the Dolphin's
Point and the Kozhikode Beach. As the
name suggests, Dolphin's Point is the place
to watch frolicking dolphins. Similarly, the
Kozhikode Beach is another terrific spot
with its ruined old piers, lighthouse, Lion's
Park and Marine Water Aquarium.
Much like the many meanings of its name,
the town offers many facets. The name
derives from the words koyil (palace) and
kotta (fort). The city was once surrounded by
the fort built by its ruler, the Zamorin, who
encouraged trade with the Arabs by giving
special concessions. Though the locals called
it Kozhikode, for the Arabs it was Kalikat; for
the Chinese, Kalifo; and for Europeans,
Calicut (Kozhikode). The British then
immortalised the name by calling the locally
produced cloth ‘calico’.
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Originating from Chalippuzha River which
diverges into 3 waterfalls, Thusharagiri
Waterfalls in Kozhikode are certainly a
pleasure to visit. The highest waterfall
among the three is Thenpara which falls
from a height of about 75 meter from sea
level. The winding, narrow roads will take
you to this beautiful waterfall and you would
be accompanied by serenity and lush
greenery throughout your journey.
It is not only a nature lover's paradise, you
can also try your hands at rock climbing and
trekking while you are here and trust us
when we say that it is going to be one of the
most memorable vacations of your life. You
can also pay visit to the nearby wildlife
sanctuary and treat yourself to some rare
varieties of flora and fauna.Calicut
(Kozhikode) or Kozhikode is historically
known for welcoming Vasco da Gama, way
back in 1498 AD. Amongst its myriad
charms, it has a couple of other attractive
crowd pullers like the Dolphin's Point and
the Kozhikode Beach. As the name suggests,
Dolphin's Point is the place to watch
frolicking dolphins. Similarly, the Kozhikode
Beach is another terrific spot with its ruined
old piers, lighthouse, Lion's Park and Marine
Water Aquarium.
Much like the many meanings of its name,
the town offers many facets. The name
derives from the words koyil (palace) and
kotta (fort). The city was once surrounded by
the fort built by its ruler, the Zamorin, who
encouraged trade with the Arabs by giving
special concessions. Though the locals called
it Kozhikode, for the Arabs it was Kalikat; for
the Chinese, Kalifo; and for Europeans,
Calicut (Kozhikode). The British then
immortalised the name by calling the locally
produced cloth ‘calico’.
Originating from Chalippuzha River which
diverges into 3 waterfalls, Thusharagiri
Waterfalls in Kozhikode are certainly a
pleasure to visit. The highest waterfall
among the three is Thenpara which falls
from a height of about 75 meter from sea
level. The winding, narrow roads will take
you to this beautiful waterfall and you would
be accompanied by serenity and lush
greenery throughout your journey.
It is not only a nature lover's paradise, you
can also try your hands at rock climbing and
trekking while you are here and trust us
when we say that it is going to be one of the
most memorable vacations of your life. You
can also pay visit to the nearby wildlife
sanctuary and treat yourself to some rare
varieties of flora and fauna.
When To
VISIT
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Jan
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umbrella.
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Jun
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27.70000076 24.39999961 818.200012207031 http://www.ixigo.com/places-to-visit-see-in-kozhikode-lp-1069180 Just 6 km outside Calicut town is
2939453°C 8530273°C 2mm Kallai, once the bustling centre of Calicut’s
Jul 1 Kozhikode Beach Thusharigiri Falls, Kozhikode, Kerala timber trade. Kallai is believed to have been
Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen, 673001, India the largest such trading centre in Asia,
umbrella. exporting precious Malabar teak to distant
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Originating from Chalippuzha River which
can catch sight of lumbermen rolling logs of
diverges into 3 waterfalls, Thusharagiri
Aug timber.
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Pleasant weather. Carry Light woollen,
umbrella. pleasure to visit. The highest waterfall 4 Payyoli Beach Theeram
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level. The winding, narrow roads will take
Sep
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Village Payyoli, Kozhikode, Kerala,
India
Stretching right by Velliyamkallu, Payyoli
beach is the major attraction in the village,
that, too, is named Payyoli. This solitary
stretch by the sea is well known for the
golden gleaming sand that often sees the
calm, blue waters of the sea sweeping over.
The little, quaint village of Payyoli is
thronged by tourists all around the year for
its beachside.
5 Lion’s Park
Near Light House, Calicut Beach,
Kozhikode
An ideal place to enjoy fun-filled and
interesting rides, both for children as well as
adults. Also offers amazing sunset views.
Where To
Eat
5 Places
http://www.ixigo.com/foods-in-of-kozhikode-lp-1069180
1 Paragon Restaurant
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Near CH Flyover, Kannur Road, 3 Hotel Sagar
Calicut, Kerala 673001, India
+91-495-2767020
Ranked the top favourite restaurant in
Calicut on Tripadvisor,
Paragon Restaurant is one of the must visit
places when you are in Calicut. Though it
serves a variety of multi-cuisine fares, it is
their Malabari dishes that make this places a
rocking hit. Most of the time the place is
pretty crowded and you might have to wait
Mavoor Road, Kozhikode, Kerala,
a while till you get a table. 
673004, India
2 Zains +91-495-2720152
For a budget hotel, you would not expect
the interiors of Hotel Sagar to
be so chic-stylish with dark wood panellings
and intricate wood latticework. Apart from
the nice ambience, the place dishes out
amazing vegetarian and non-vegetarian thali
meals. The Biriyani here is simply too good
Behind Fire Station, Convent Crs Rd,
and a definite must try. The service is
usually quick, but if the place is too
South Beach, Calicut Ho, Kozhikode, crowded, you might have to wait a while till
673001, India you catch the attention of the waiters.
+91-495-2366311
4 Paragon
An uninspiring old house, average seating
area, sub-standard decor and absence of Kannur Road
menu cards- not a very encouraging picture
to begin with, but if you are willing to ignore +91-4952767020
everything else for mind-blowing Muslim
Malabari cuisine, trust us when we say, you 5 Mr Bakes
will not regret a visit to Zains. 
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Quick

LOCATE
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See
A: Kozhikode Beach
B: Thusharagiri Waterfalls
C: Kallai
D: Payyoli Beach Theeram
E: Lion’s Park

Accommodation
F: Prithvi
G: Nexstay Tower
H: Hyson Heritage
I: Prithvi
J: Nexstay Tower
K: Hyson Heritage
L: Prithvi
M: Nexstay Tower
N: Hyson Heritage

Food
O: Paragon Restaurant
P: Zains
Q: Hotel Sagar
R: Paragon
S: Mr Bakes