Kozhikode
Kozhikode also known as Calicut. Calicut is located in southern India between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, has drawn visitors since antiquity. It is also known by its Indian name Kozhikode.
Phoenicians, Arabs, and Chinese were all drawn to its coasts by the spice trade. Vasco da Gama paved the path for the Dutch, French, and eventually the English when he landed on its shores in 1498. Calicut was renowned as the ‘City of Spices’ because it was a significant commercial hub for eastern spices.
Things to do in Kozhikode
Some of the great things you can enjoy in Calicut include:
- Join the locals to watch the sunset on Calicut beach
- Visit Kadaludi bird sanctuary, home to hundreds of native birds and 60 types of migratory birds
- Choose souvenirs from spices, handloom fabrics, local handicraft products carved in rosewood and buffalo horn, coir products and miniature snake boats.
How to reach Kozhikode
By Air
Calicut International Airport is the nearest airport. It is connected with the major air hubs on daily basis. One can get a public transport to the place to reach.
By Train
Quilandi Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Calicut. Taxis , rickshaws and private vehicles are available to take a person to the destination.
By Road
Calicut is well connected by roads to all places of Kerala and other neighbouring cities. Kerala provides a good frequency of buses which makes reaching Calicut easy for the visitors.
Best Time to visit Kozhikode
The best time to visit Kozhikode (Calicut) is from October to March. During this period, the weather is pleasant and ideal for sightseeing.
