Best Things to do in Kozhikode, Best Places to Visit in Kozhikode, Sightseeing in Kozhikode

Kozhikode
The City of Spices

Fact & figure

Indian union territory:
Area: 177 km²
Population : 4.32 lakhs
Language : English and Malayalam
Attractions : Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Kozhikode Beach, BlueC Event Hub
Rainfall : 272 mm
: 1 m
Monsoon : July - September
Best time to visit : October and March
Temprature : 22° C - 32° C

City Information - Kozhikode

Popular as the colonial city of trade and tourism, Calicut, in Kerala, is famous for trade in cotton and spices that date back to several centuries of business relationship with Jews, Arabs, Phoenicians and Chinese. Till date, Calicut remains as an established trade route for domestic as well as international trade.
Calicut, or Kozhikode, as it is known as today, has been contributing to the overall commercial and economic development over the years, and has been a marketing center for products like pepper, coconut, coffee, rubber, lemongrass, oil and many more. Nestled beautifully in the idyllic setting of the majestic Arabian Sea on the west and the Wayanad hills on the east, Calicut exhibits exotic beaches, plush green countryside, historic places and many more attraction to compile the city into a must-visit by tourists.
The city has been tagged as the "noble emporium of India" by international travelers for being a trade centre of exporting spices to foreign countries. Additionally, the historical visit of Vasco da Gama in 1498 makes the city additionally attention seeking, especially the remote beach of Kappad where the legendary traveler had set his foot and "discovered India".

Top highlights - of Kozhikode

The thick groves of coconut trees, the serene beaches and the local adaptation of western ideals make Calicut stand out amidst the nearby cities.
The hybrid modernity is a special addition which results in the existence of multi-ethnicities and multi religions.
Malabar Mahotsam is a famous celebration during the month of January which is celebrated to cherish and revive the past culture through several trade fairs, exhibitions and classical and folk form of art and entertainment.

What makes Kozhikode famous ?

Calicut is famous for its unique tradition of keeping all religious faiths alive and thriving positively. Also, the unique Calicut cotton and Calico cloths are what make the city famous. Needless to say the huge varieties of spices that are grown and exported from Calicut which has led to what the city has been nicknamed as.

History of Kozhikode

Few rock-cut caves, which date back to prehistoric era, speak for Kozhikode's history. The district was under the rule of Chera administration until AD 1122 during the Sangam Age, and during this era the region flourished as a major trade center between Kerala and the outside world. However, the city of Kozhikode was distinctly established in the 13th century when the king of Ernad, Udaiyavar conquered the region around Ponniankar and built a fort at Velapuram which is now known as Kozhikode/Calicut. The name has been derived from "calico" which is a fine variety of hand-woven cotton cloth famously found here.
Visit Kozhikode if you want to witness the perfect amalgamation of ancient India with modernization at its best.