Opening
up the gateway of India to Vasco-da-Gama the
adventurous Portuguese navigator in 1498, Kozhikkod
has carved for itself a landmark in the history
of India. The land of the ancient Zamorins had
many more things to offer to the western world
other than the savoury spices for which they
even ventured to discover a sea route.
Occupying
a prominent place in the international trade
map of the country right from the 13th century
Kozhikkod paved the way for trade tourism in
India. This trade centre is regaining much of
its ancient glory by opening up air routes to
Persian Gulf and other regions.
Kappad
Vasco
da Gama landed on this beach on 27 May 1498
with three vessels and 170 men. Sixteen Kms
from Kozhikkod town this extensive beach of
historical importance is one of the major
beaches being developed in Kerala with a view
to tourism promotion.
Kallai
Kallai
on the bank of River Kallai has the pride
of being the major timber trading centre in
Kerala. It still remains a potential trade
centre of the timber industry.
Vadakara
Vadakara
has a prominent place in the folkore of Kerala.
Lokanarkavu, the famous temple of Thacholi
Othenan the hero of the Vadakkanpattu Ballads
is only 5 Kms from here. Vadakara is reverberating
with stories of the heroic exploits of Othenan.
Following
the footsteps of the martial hero Othenan
the famous martial art form of Kerala. Kalarippayattu
has several arenas in Vadakara.
