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A tasty snack from the tantalizing spread of Malabar, Kilikoodu takes its name from the way it looks - a sparrow’s or a bird’s nest.
The river originates from the Ilampileri hills in Wayanad district. Chaliyar river is an interstate river that originates in Tamil Nadu and flows through Kerala. The Chal…
The 250-seater Planetarium in Kozhikode, Kerala offers extensive insight into the mysteries of the universe, the planets and the galaxies
The diversity of the cuisine of Malabar has the flavours of Arab, Brahmin, Zamorin and Chirakkal cuisines. Kozhikode and Thalassery are branded as the centres of Malab…
The Northern Part Of Kerala Called The Malabar Region Has Some Of The Wonderful Backwater Stretches Of Kerala. Kasaragod's Kottappuram, Valiyaparamba And Chandragiri, Val…
Kerala Tourism organized a spectacular water festival at Beypore in Kozhikode. The Beypore Water Festival showcased exciting events such as kayaking, canoeing, water polo…
Kappad Beach in Kozhikode district is the only beach in Kerala to get international Blue Flag certification
Sweet Meat (S. M.) Street is the busiest street in Kozhikode district of Kerala and it derives its name from the times when the street was lined with sweetmeat stalls.
Nileswar, the cultural centre of Kasaragod district, Kerala was the seat of the Nileswar Rajas.
Thalassery Kadalpalam is a sea bridge that was built in early 20th century when Thalassery was a busy commercial hub.
The 500-ft long bridge was built by the British in…
Thodikkulam Siva temple at Kannavam, situated near Thalassery on the way to Mananthavadi, Kannur district, north Kerala is a prominent pilgrim centre.
Kolkali is a highly rhythmic folk art performed in the north Malabar region of Kerala.In Malabar, Kolkali is more popular among Muslim men.
The mangrove trail at Kizhake Kandankali, about five kilometers from Payannur town, offers visitors a close view of the mangrove ecosystem.
Details of the beach destination Padinjarekkara Beach or Padinjarekara Beach, situated at the end of the Tipu Sultan road near Ponnani in Malappuram district, Kerala. The…
Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the highlands on the slopes of the Western Ghats near Thalassery in Kannur. It is famous for its common sights of herds of deer,…
Nedumkayam Forest is located 15 km from Nilambur in Malappuram district and is a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.
Thikkoti Lighthouse, the lighthouse which overlooks Velliyamkallu off the Moodadi Coast was built after a shipwreck.
Vakkad Beach is situated near Ponnani in Malappuram district.
Thalasseri fort at Kannur established by East India Company is a historical monument which stands as testimonial of colonial imperialism in Kerala, India.
Thaikadappuram Beach at Nileshwaram, Kasaragod is famous for the rare Olive Ridley Turtles that visit during the rainy season to lay eggs.
Hosdurg Fort is renowned for its chain of forts built by SomashekaraNayak of Ikkeri Dynasty. Located in Kahangad in Kasargod, the fort is an ideal picnic spot near Bekal.
Krishna Menon Museum in Kozhikode district is dedicated to the late V. K. Krishna Menon, a renowned statesman.
In Kunnamangalamthere is a museum dedicated to water is about to coming up in Kozhikode. The upcoming Water Heritage Museum highlights the significance of water in relati…
Kolavi Beach at Payyoli is a beautiful stretch of golden sands with shallow waters that border Velliyamkallu in Kozhikode district.
Meenkunnu Beach, located near Azhikode, is a popular beach destination in Kannur.
Anandashram, situated 15 km from Bekal in Kasaragod, is an internationally renowned spiritual centre founded by Swami Ramdas.
Mananchira Square in Kozhikode district is the palace tank of King Vikrama, who was once a great ruler here.
Kottakal, located 15km southwest of Malappuram district, is synonymous with the word Ayurveda. Kottackal is the home of Kottackal Arya Vaidyasala founded by Vaidyaratnam…
Kottakkunnu, located in Malappuram, is a popular picnic spot in Malappuram
The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary in Kozhikode district is spread over a cluster of islands in a scenic area surrounded by hillocks where the Kadalundi River flows into the Ar…
Bekal Fort, built in 17th century, is one of the largest and best preserved forts in Kerala
Kizhunna Beach is one of the most popular beach destinations located around 11 km from Kannur, Kerala
Vadakara Beach is an ideal beach destination located at Kozhikode district in Kerala. The martial art form of Kalaripayattu has the largest number of exponents in Vadakar…
Kakkayam is a picturesque dam site. It offers excellent options for trekking and rock climbing in Kozhikode
St. Angelo’s Fort in Kannur district is a massive triangular laterite fort also known as the Kannur Fort. It was constructed by the first Portuguese Viceroy, Don France…
Duffmuttu is a group performance popular among the Muslims of Malabar is staged as a social event during festivals and nuptial ceremonies.
Kozhikode Beach is a favourite haunt of sunset viewers. It is the best place for trying out seafood delicacies like squid, prawns or mussels
Mahe, formerly a part of Kerala, is now a union territory. The original name of Mahe is Mayyazhi
Payyambalam beach is located 2 km from Kannur town, in the Kannur district of Kerala.
Teak Museum at Nilambur is in Malappuram district. It is considered to be the first of its kind in the world and the only one in India. The museum was established on the…
Muzhappilangad Beach, situated 7 km from Thalassery in Kannur district, is a drive-in-beach where one can drive down the entire length. This beach stretches across 4 km o…
Vallikunnu beach is a beautiful beach situated at Malappuram in Kerala, India. A beach resort set in the middle of a coconut grove is the main attraction here.
Tanur, small coastal fishing town was one of the earliest settlements of the Portuguese and is situated at Malappuram in Kerala, India.
Located around 8 km from Kozhikode, KIRTADS is the Kerala Institute for Research, Training and Development Studies.
Edneer Mutt located a few km from Kasargod, is a renowned seat of art and learning. It belongs to the Sankaracharya tradition.
The Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI) established in 1970 by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research is located at Kudlu in Kasaragod. CPCRI conduct…
Pazhasi Dam in Kannur district of Kerala, is an ideal retreat for the tourists.
C V N Kalari at Edakkad, Kozhikode district of Kerala is run by Mr.Sudhakaran Gurukal. The classes conducted here are for kalaripayattu, Massage and Marma treatment.
Poonkudil Mana is the ancient mental healthcare centre at Anakkayam, Malappuram
Thalassery or Talacherry is part Kannur district, Kerala. Thalassery is famous for culture, religion and tradition. It has a long tradition of cricket and circus. The Dha…
Conducted by Kerala Tourism, the Bekal Village Tour starts in the early morning. En route you have to cross the bewitching Chandragiri River, which acts like charismatic…
Swathi Thirunal Kalakendram Music Therapy Foundation, based at Thiruvannur in Kozhikode district of Kerala is noted for its pioneering efforts in the field of music thera…
Discover Thirayattam, an ancient ritual dance from Kerala. Performers wear colourful masks and costumes, dancing to traditional music. This captivating art form is showca…
Located around 15 km east of Kannur district, Kerala is the Kanhirode Weavers Cooperative Society Ltd, a place known for its weaving tradition.
Madayipara in Madayi, in the Kannur district of Kerala is famous not only for its surreal and ever-changing appearance, but also for many vibrant historical narratives, e…
Located in the Bandadka village in Kasaragod, the Kundamkuzhy Fort is a land fort that dates back to the time of the Bednur Nayaks. This square fort is made of laterite b…
Suryanarayana Temple at Kadiroor is situated at Kannur in Kerala.
Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is one of the famous Hanuman temples in Kerala. The temple is also dedicated to lord Sree Rama and Bharatha.
Located close to the beach road, Mother of God Church in Kozhikode district of Kerala is the headquarters of Roman Catholic Congregation in Malabar.
Mishkal Masjid is one of the oldest mosques situated in Kuttichira, Kozhikode district of Kerala.
Pazhayangadi Mosque is located 18 km east of Majeri, on the way to Malappuram district, Kerala. The three day long Valia Nercha feast is the major attraction here.
Odathil Palli is a 500 year mosque built by an Arab merchant in a typical Hindu temple style. It is located in Thalasserry, Kannur district in Kerala.
The Jama-at Mosque at Malappuram is a 600-year-old mosque is an important pilgrim centre of the Muslims of Kerala and has given Ponnani the name of Mecca of the East.
Vettakkorumakan temple at Nilambur is famous for the six-day festival called the Nilambur Pattu Utsavam held here and it features singing of hymns by the members of the r…
Varakkal Devi Temple at Kozhikode in Kerala is considered to be the 108th and the last Devi Temple built by Sree Parasurama. The important festival held here is the Vavu…
Trikandiyur Shiva Temple is located near the town of Tirur and attracts devotees from far and wide.
Trichambaram Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is situated in Kannur and the Lord here is in Raudra bhavam or angry after killing the demong king Kamsan.
Thirumandhamkunnu Temple at Angadipuram, dedicated to Goddess Durga, is an important pilgrim centre in Malappuram.
Thali temple is a pilgrim centre situated at Perinthalmanna on the way to Malappuram in Kerala, India.
Tali temple, situated in Kozhikode, is famous for its annual cultural and intellectual event, Revathy Pattathanam.
Payyannur Subramania Temple is a famous shrine is located in Kannur district, Kerala.
Dedicated to Sree Rama, this is one of the most important shrines in Kannur district, Kerala.
Sree Kadampuzha Bhagavathy Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Kirathaparvathi, is one of the major pilgrim centres worshiped in Kerala. Situated in Malappuram district, Poo…
The temple dedicated to Lord Raja Rajeswara (Lord Siva), is located 21 km away from Kannur district of Kerala.
Parassinikadavu Sri Muthappan Temple is a famous shrine dedicated to Lord Siva. It is located in Kannur district of Kerala
Madiyankulam Durga Temple at Kanhangad, Kasargod district of Kerala is famous for its Bhutha Dance (Pootham).
Located eight km northeast of Kasaragod, on the banks of the Madhuvahini River is the Madhur Temple dedicated to Lord Ganapathy.
Lokanarkavu Temple in Kozhikode district, Kerala is a famous shrine dedicated to Goddess Durga.
There are two Jain temples located on the trikkovil lane, Koazhikode district, Kerala.
Ananthapura Lake Temple is a 9th century temple situated 30 km from Bekal in Kasaragod district. It is the only lake temple in the State.
Welcome to Cherupuzha in Kannur district in Kerala from where starts the exciting rafting on the River Tejaswini. The river, which is also known by the name Kariamkode, o…
Pythal Mala is an enchanting hill station located in Kannur district of Kerala. The place also offers one of the best trekking spots in Kerala.
Janakikadu is considered as one of the green destinations situated in Kozhikode district. A nature's delight, the Janakikadu ecotourism project offers bird watching, butt…
Nuzzled in the folds of the majestic Western Ghats in the Kannur district of Kerala lies a stretch of greenery that bursts with myriad forms of wildlife. With its varieti…
Thirunavaya situated on the banks of the River Bharathapuzha, this was one of the venues for Mamangam, a grand assembly of the rulers of Kerala, held once every 12 years.…
Sargaalaya Arts and Crafts Village situated at Iringal in Kozhikode provides platform for traditional artisans of Kerala but also learn one or two lessons in the subtleti…
The Thunchan Memorial Trust was formed in 2001 to independently expand these activities under the leadership of legendary writer Mr. M. T. Vasudevan Nair is situated at T…
Janakikadu is considered as one of the green destinations situated in Kozhikode district. A nature's delight, the Janakikadu ecotourism project offers bird watching, butt…
Valapattanam, situated near Kannur Town, is a hamlet on the banks of the Valapattanam River.Valapattanam is a famous fishing harbour as well as the main source of the irr…
Arakkal Kettu, once the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas is now a Museum situated in Kannur.
Nilambur Kovilakam is the erstwhile residence of local rulers situated at Malappuram district in Kerala.
Madayi Para is a green, laterite hill, located at Pazhayangadi in Kannur District. It is a beautiful destination hardly known to the leisure and travel world.
Kanwatheertha Beach is ideal for swimming and is situated near Manjeswaram in Kasaragod district.
Dharmadom Island located near Thalassery is a picnic spot in Kannur, known for its secluded beach.
Beypore is a historic place located in Kozhikode district on the banks of the Chaliyar River. It is famous for its fishing harbour, port and shipbuilding
Chandragiri Fort, situated on the banks of Payaswini River in Kasaragod district, is a 17th century citadel. Chandragiri Boat Club offers speed boat rides, houseboat crui…
Thusharagiri Waterfalls are situated in Kozhikode district. The place is famous for its trekking tracts to Vythiri in Wayanad district.
Chithari is a small tropical island situated 5 km from Kanhangad in Kasaragod district, Kerala. It is covered with lagoons and a sandy beach
Ranipuram is located around 85 km from Kasaragod district in Kerala. It is famous for its trekking trails and verdant vegetation.
Kappad Beach is the historic beach in Kerala where Vasco-da-Gama landed. Locally known as Kappakadavu, the beach is a favourite haunt for visitors coming to Kozhikode
Kavvayi Kayal or Kavvayi backwater, situated in Kannur district, is a fascinating backwater destination in Northern Kerala.
Bekal is an ideal location in Kasaragod district, Kerala. Situated at about 16 km South of Kasaragod, the imposing fort at Bekal is one of the largest and best preserved…
The St. Mary's Forane Church is one of the most popular churches in Malabar. The church is located at Taliparamba in Kannur district.
A seashore recreational park developed under Thalassery Heritage Tourism Circuit, Overbury’s Folly is located near Thalassery Municipal Stadium in Kannur.
The Valiyaparamba backwaters, a large body of scenic backwaters is fed by four rivers. The River Tejaswini is one among them and a houseboat cruise through its waters wit…
Ponnaniin Malappuram district of Kerala is an ancient port and an important fishing centre.
Pishakarikavu is a famous temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy. It is located in Kozhikode district, Kerala.
Mamburam, a place in Malappuram district of Kerala, is famed for its shrine and mausoleum of the Thangals (the religious leaders of the Malabar Muslims).
Beypore Uru is associated with the traditional ship building culture of Kerala, a culture that has been throbbing with life on these shores for the last 1500 years.
Thunchan Memorial atTirur is the birth place of Thunchath Ezhuthachan, the father of the Malayalam language.
Sarovaram Biopark is the only eco-friendly Biopark in Kerala which is situated in Kozhikode district in Kerala
Manjeswaram is a coastal village in Kasaragod district of Kerala. A number of temples and fifteen mosques make this cashew growing town a prominent pilgrim centre.
Located 20 km east of Kozhikode on the Kozhikode-Wayanad State highway, the VMK Botanical Garden owned by V. Muhammed Koya, has trees featured in the classics of Indian a…
Situated in the Thamarassery forest range in Kakkavayal, Kozhikode District, the beginning of Vanaparvam Biodiversity park was made through an eco-tourism project. A natu…
Sree Mahalingeswara Temple, Adoor, dedicated to Lord Shiva is in Kasaragod.
Garuda Temple at Triprangode is the only temple in India dedicated to Vishnu’s carrier, Garuda.
Kumbham, situated at Aruvacode in Malapuram is known for its heritage in pottery. It commenced as a joint exploration of Mr K B Jinan and other traditional artisans.
Malappuram, a district which stands alone in the history of Kerala Heritage.
Bekal is located in Kasaragod district and is famous for its attractions like Bekal fort, beach, valiyaparamba backwaters and Chandragiri.
Uru is associated with the traditional ship building culture of Kerala. The Arabs called them dhows and they eventually became the traditional Arabian trading vessels. Be…
The C.V.N. Kalari functioning at Nadakkavu in Kozhikode is a training center for the marital art form, Kalaripayattu.
A performing art form that is quite popular in the northern districts of Kerala, Theyyam is a ritual dance form that embodies myth, dance, drama, music, art an…
Thalassery, one of the beautiful cities in the Malabar Coast of Kerala is often called as the city of three
The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, 19 km away from Kozhikode is situated in Malappuram district is the dwelling of more than a hundred species of native birds and over 60 spec…
Korappuzha, also known by the name Elathur River, is a short river that has its course through Kozhikode (Calicut) which was once the major trading point for eastern spic…
