Kozhikode, historically Calicut, is a Malabar Coast city associated with Indian Ocean trade, the arrival of Vasco da Gama near Kappad and a food culture shaped by Arab, coastal and regional influences.
What to see
- Kozhikode Beach — a city waterfront best around evening.
- SM Street — the historic commercial spine for sweets, snacks and shopping.
- Mishkal Mosque — an important timber mosque in the Kuttichira area; visit respectfully.
- Kuttichira heritage quarter — old ponds, streets and religious architecture.
- Kappad Beach — outside the city and linked to the 1498 Portuguese landing tradition.
- Beypore — known for boat-building history and the harbour edge.
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