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Land of
history
Area: 2,206 sq. km.
Population: 2,613,683 (2001 census)
Altitude: Sea level
Once
the capital of the powerful Zamorins and a prominent centre of trade
and commerce, Kozhikode was the most important region of Malabar in
the days gone by. Today, it has lush green country sides, serene
beaches, historic sites, wildlife sanctuaries, rivers, hills, a
unique culture and a warm, friendly ambience make Kozhikode a
popular destination.Renowned Portuguese navigator Vasco Da Gama
landed at Kappad Beach 1498 and from than onwards it became the
centre of trade.
Other interests here are: Kozhikode Beach, Kappad Beach, Tusharagiri,
Peruvannamuzhi, Krishna Menon Museum, S M Street, Kuttichira,
Mishkal Masjid at Kuttichira, Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery,
Velliyamkallu, Regional Science Centre, Kakkayam, Vadakara, Wayanad
Ghats, Vellari Mala, Iringal, Mananchira Maidan, Lokanarkavu Temple,
Mannur Temple, Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Parsi Anju Amman Baug, St.
Mary's Church, Tali Temple etc.
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