Calicut Tourism

Kozhikode, formerly known as Calicut, is located in the South Indian state of Kerala. It as often dubbed as the Spice Capital and the Gateway to Kerala. The verdant landscape and the highly intoxicating spice gardens attracted the Arabs, the Dutch, the Portuguese and the British.  This port city’s most famous tryst with history dates back to more than 500 years ago. It was the time when Vasco da Gama landed on its remote beach of Kappad in 1498. Renowned worldwide for its spices and rich heritage, Kozhikode is a traveller’s delight.

History is not the only thing which makes Kozhikode a favourable destination. There are sun-kissed beaches and locally produced textile known as ‘calico’ after which the city (Calicut) derived its name.Kozhikode is one of the calming tourist destinations in Southern India. The city is a beautiful haven which not only attracts the nature lovers but also the lovers of history who can get the whiff of history permeating from the city lanes and the crowded ‘bazaars’. Hence, there is not one but hundreds of things to do in Kozhikode, which will make your stay a truly memorable one.

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Malayalam

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Rupee (INR)

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To go on Calicut Holidays, pick and choose from a varied range of Calicut Travel Packages. It  is a thriving tourism extravaganza of pristine beaches, spice gardens, scenic landscapes and tasty food. Calicut Tours also have lush green hills, gurgling streams, imposing ancient sites, wildlife sanctuaries and enchanting villages to its claim.

Tourists are enticed to Travel to Calicut to witness its quaint sea port and busy market place. While on a Trip to Calicut, you can visit the Kappad Beach and Beypore Fort. For those who have keen interest in the avian species, the Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is a good place to check out. Over a hundred species of birds call it their home.

On your Calicut Tour, you will be enamored by the cascading Thusharagiri waterfall, which is a popular spot for picnic. Calicut Vacation packages are also popular amongst trekkers due to the presence of some lovely trails that are in the vicinity.So, choose the Calicut Holiday Packages that suit you best and head off on an enjoyable tour now.

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