Kozhikode is a quaint little city on the west cost of India with a history of more than two thousand years. In ancient days, this city was a major port acting as the hub of trade between west and east. Greeks, Chinese and Arabs frequented Kozhikode to source the exotic spices like pepper and cardamom. Vasco Da Gama, the famous Portuguese sea farer touched Indian shores at Kozhikode in the year 1498 opening up a sea route top India for the European nations.
Kozhikode can be considered as a hub from where to explore Kerala state which is a major tourism attraction. Forests, wildlife, backwater cruises, pristine beaches, exotic dance forms, verdant green mountains, spice trails, and a rich and varied cuisine – no wonder Kerala has earned the sobriquet 'God's own country'. Some of the important attractions in and around Kozhikode are:
Wayanad
Bekal Fort
St. Angelo Fort
Kappad Beach
Beypore Beach
Tali Temple
Muzhappilangad Driving Beach
You can learn more about Kerala from the Kerala tourism website –follow the link below https://www.keralatourism.org/districts/kozhikode
National Geographic's Traveler magazine has listed the state as one among the 50 destinations of a lifetime. Kerala is also a fascinating land with postcard-perfect beaches and lagoons. Beautiful backwaters of Kumarakom and Alappuzha (Alleppey) and mystic Munnar hills are the tourists’ favorite destinations. Kovalam, one among the finest beaches, rare wild life reserve at Thekkady (Periyar Tiger Reserve) and Silent Valley National Park are major attractions. Wayanad is a wonderful hill stations with an amazing geography known for its primitive settlement of human lives, rain forests and rare species of birds and animals. Kerala is also famous for its classical art forms, exotic cuisine and spices. It also offers the unique opportunity to experience the ancient healing technique of Ayurveda. A moderate climate through the seasons makes it a pleasing destination at any time of the year.