| Sightseeing Highlights:
The main attraction here is the Kappad beach, which offers sun and sand. The sunsets here are also said to be a popular must see. One can also visit the fishing hamlets nearby.
People can enjoy ayurvedic massages and herbal treatments here.
One can also visit Elathur, the Canoli Canal and the Kallai River, all close to the beach and considered good places for boating.
Other Activities:
Make a visit to Kozhikode, the old capital and trading port which has lush green countryside, many historic sites, and a range of cultural experiences.
Visitors can also opt for a backwater ride and watch traditional Kerala life along the waters.
Located about 16 km from Kozhikode town, Kappad beach is one of the famous beaches of Kerala,
due its historical background and charming beauty. It is locally known
as Kappakadavu and is situated at a walking distance from the Korapuzha River.
Its historical importance stems from the fact that this was the beach
that Vasco de Gama, the Portuguese explorer landed on, which in many
ways changed the course of Indian history. There is a small plaque
commemorating this fact, on the beach.
Kappad
is also known for its Ayurvedic health holiday facilities. The beach is
known for its moss-covered rock that extends into the sea. On the rocks
nearby, there exists an ancient, 800 year old temple, which attracts a
lot of devotees. |
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