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Kannur
Kannur is also known as Cannanore is the beach town of Kerala.  It is the largest district in northern Malabar.  It was one of the top ten tourist destination in Kerala. The neat and tidy beaches are the prime attraction of Kannur. It is the town filled with many temples  and always busy in celebrating various festivals throughout the year which attracts thousands of tourists. During festival celebrations, classical theyyam art is performed in various temple which adds to the spirit of Kannur tourism.  It is the place of archeological interest, one can see the 16th century St. Angelo fort, once was used as military center in British period. It is well maintained and preserved by archeological department of India. 

Must See Places

Fort St.Angelo
The triangle shaped fort believed to be built in 1505 by Portuguese and demolished by Dutch. It is popularly known as Kannur Kotta or Kannur Fort by tourists.  During British rule, this fort was renovated and used as military center.  The grave stone of Dutch commander is seen inside the fort. Placeof Historical significant preserved by archeological survey of India.

Beaches
Payyambalam Beach – located 2 km from Kannur,  best place to relax and o enjoy evenings.  Clean and pristine beach is a secluded location to rejoice panoramic views of sunrise and sunset.  It is adorned with beautiful garden and dazzling landscape sculpture of mother and child made by popular sculptor Kanayi Kunhiraman.

Muzhappilangad Beach –located 15 km from Kannur, one of the longest and lavishing beach in Kerala. It is the single drive-in beach in India. The natural shallow water makes this beach ideal for swimming. Just meter away from the shore, one can explore the enthralling beauty of Dharmadan island. 

Thalassery Fort and Beach
The magnificent fort is proudly standing  about 22 km from Kannur, was built during 16th century by East India Company in British period.  Clean and pure Thalassery beach is decorated by lighthouse, holy church, a cemetery and a mansion of collector. Best choice to remain calm and pleasant in midst of lavishing sounds of waves.

Other Tourist Attractions
Pazhassi Dam, Mopila Bay, Mookambika temle in Pallikunnu town,  historical site Ezhimala, famous hill station Pythal Mala located at an altitude of 4500 feet above the sea level, Gundart Bungalow, Parasinnikkadavu park, Madayipara forts, Taliparamba temple, Meenkunnu beach, Kizhunna Ezhara beach, Dharmadam island, Kottiyur shiva temple, Aralam wildlife Sanctuary and Cherukunnu temples are major tourist attractions of Kannur.

How to reach Kannur

By Air
Kozhikode airport is located 103 km from Kannur and Mangalore airport is at the distance of 125 km from Kannur are nearest airports.

By Train
Kannur junction is one of the major railway junction of Kerala.

By Road
Smooth roads are well connecting Kannur to all districts of Kerala and major Indian cities. State and private owned buses are considered cheapest mode f transportation to reach Kannur. 

Weather
In Summer 23-37°C and in Winter 13-30°C. July to march months are ideal time to visit Kannur.



27.8 °C
broken clouds
Humidity: 70%
Wind : 1.65 mt/sec towards W

Forecast for Next 3 days

11-11-2024                    
broken clouds, few clouds
27.3 °C |23.1 °C
12-11-2024                    
few clouds, clear sky, scattered clouds
31.2 °C |22.6 °C
13-11-2024                    
broken clouds, scattered clouds, clear sky, few clouds
30.8 °C |23.1 °C
14-11-2024                    
scattered clouds, broken clouds, overcast clouds, light rain
31.0 °C |24.8 °C
15-11-2024                    
light rain, overcast clouds, moderate rain
30.4 °C |24.6 °C

Best Time To Visit : OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
   
 
Things to do here:
Theme: Beache
Must Visit Places : Fort St. Angelos, Thalassery Fort
Near By Other Tourist Places

Kannur   0 KM near     
Muzhappilangad Beach   10 KM near     
Thalassery   19 KM near     
Ranipuram   28 KM near     
Payyoli   53 KM near     
Near By major Cities
Bangalore  307 KM near     
Thiruvananthapuram  462 KM near     
Chennai  613 KM near     
Near By Air Ports
Calicut Airport   114 KM near     
Bajpe Airport   148 KM near     
Mysore Airport   163 KM near     
Peelamedu Airport   227 KM near     
Near By Local Cities
Kozhikode  91 KM near     
Mangalore  142 KM near     
Mysore  162 KM near     
Thrissur  196 KM near     
Near By Districts
Kannur   0 KM near     
Kodagu   81 KM near     
Kozhikode   90 KM near     
Wayanad   91 KM near     
Near By RailWay Station
Kannur Main Rail Way Station   1.5 KM near     
Kannur South Rail Way Station   2.7 KM near     
Chirakkal Rail Way Station   6.3 KM near     
Kannapuram Rail Way Station   16 KM near     
 
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