Kozhikode - Harbour Of Honesty

Kozhikode also known as Calicut, is a city in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is the third largest city in Kerala and the headquarters of Kozhikode district. Kozhikode was once the capital of an independent kingdom, and later of the erstwhile Malabar District. The word Calicut is the anglicized version of the original name Kozhikode. As is common with several place names in Kerala, most non-native speakers find it difficult to pronounce the retroflex approximant in 'Kozhikode', hence the anglicized name. Tipu Sultan, during the conquest of Malabar, unsuccessfully attempted to change the name of the city to Ferozabad. The word Calico is derived from the name of the city of Calicut. It is a type of cotton that is commonly used in soft furnishing. It was one of the first export commodities to Europe. Calico was made by the traditional weavers of Calicut called Chaliyans.
Kozhikode, was also a prominent trade and commerce center. It was here at Kappad that Vasco Da Gama landed in his search for the spices of the Orient. Today the serene beaches, lush green countryside, historic sites, all combine to make this a popular tourist destination filled with a warm ambience.
Best Time to Visit:

September to February
Kozhikode Beach:

The beauty and serenity of Kozhikode beach is not yet exploited to develop it into a tourist centre. Still people from all around gather here to enjoy the sunset and it is a popular retreat for local people. The beach has an old lighthouse and two crumbling piers running into the sea, each more than a hundred years old.Lion’s club, children’s park make evening pleasant for visiting families. Fishermen with their small rowing boats entering the sea, fighting the waves and returning with varieties of fish is worth watching. Should you be able to drag yourself away from the beach the city of Calicut or Kozhikode awaits you with its unique culture and other treasures.