Kannur Tourism

Fort St. Angelos Fort St. Angelos is located in the west of Kannur town. This monument was built by the first Portuguese Viceroy, Don Francisco De Almeida in the year 1505. This Fort St. Angelos is in a fairly good state of protection. The fort is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).

Thalassery Fort Thalassery Fort After shifting the commercial capital to Thalassery from Kozhikkode, the British built the Thalassery Fort on a small hill called Tiruvellapadkunnu in the year 1700. The fort is square structure built of laterite and is well-known for its massive ventilated walls as well as strong flanking bastions.

Muzhappilangad Beach Muzhappilangad Beach is the only Drive-In Beach of Asia and it is located between parallel to National Highway NH-17 between Thalassery and Kannur at a distance of 16 Km from Kannur. The main attraction of this Muzhappilangad beach is a beach festival is celebrated in the month of April.

Payyambalam Beach Payyambalam Beach is the beautiful and largest beach located in Kannur district of Kerala. The main attraction of this beach is a sculpture of Mother and Child crafted by Kanayi Kunhiraman. Payyambalam Beach is an ideal place to spend evenings, irrespective of seasons.

Ezhimala Ezhimala is located at a distance of 36 Km north of Kannur. Ezhimala, one of ancient historical site is the capital of the Mooshika Kings. Ezhimala is an eye-catching, isolated cluster of hills, forming a promontory. It is also believed that Lord Buddha had visited Ezhimala.

Malayalakalagramam Malayalakalagramam also known as MAKAM is located at a distance of 31 Km from Kannur. It is a centre for art and ideas which aims at providing children and youngsters a Kalari (stage) to practice and perform all types of fine arts. Yoga and Sanskrit are also taught here.

Pazhassi Dam Pazhassi Dam is located at a distance of 46 Km from Kannur. Pazhassi Dam is a perfect retreat for tourists; the Pazhassi Dam is well-known for its picturesque magnificence. The DTPC provides enjoyable boating services at the dam. Accommodation is available at the Project Inspection Bungalow.

Pythal Mala Pythal Mala is a charming hill station is located at a distance of 65 Km from Kannur town. Pythal Mala is rich in flora and fauna. It is a 6 km trek to the top of the hills. It is situated 4,500 feets above sea level near the Kerala - Karnataka border.

Gundert Bungalow Gundert Bungalow is located at a distance of 22 Km from Kannur towards north. It is named after Dr. Herman Gundert, the revered German missionary, scholar and lexicographer because he lived in this bungalow for 20 years from 1839.

Snake Park at Parassinikkadavu Snake Park at Parassinikkadavu is located at a distance of 16 Km from Kannur Town and 2 Km from National Highway (NH) 17, en route from Kannur to Taliparamba. The snake park is home for variety of snakes and other small animals, including the Spectacled Cobra, King Cobra, Russell's viper, Krait and various pit vipers.

Moppila Bay Moppila Bay is a natural fishing harbor, located near Fort St. Angelos. A sea wall projecting from the fort divides the rough sea and inland water. The Moppila bay was well-known during the Kolathiris' administration as a commercial harbor that connected Kolathunadu with Lakshadweep and foreign countries.

• District Tourism Promotion Councils (DTPC), Taluk Office Compound, Kannur. Phone: 2706336, 2702466
• District Tourism Promotion Councils (DTPC), Tourist Information Centre, Railway Station Ph: 2703121 Email: [email protected]
• Department of Tourism Ph: 2702515. Website: www.dtpckannur.com