Thikkoti Light House, Kozhikode

Thikkoti Light House | One of the best places to visit in Kozhikode
Entry Fee & Ticket
No Entry Fee
Opening Time & Days
Thikkoti Light House Open every time and every day for visitors.Visitor any time visit Thikkoti Light House this is always open
Place Type
Beaches, Sightseeing
Official Info
N/A
Best time to visit
January, February, March, April
Place visit with
Friends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Nearest Metro Station

About Thikkoti Light House

The Calicut Beach Lighthouse was constructed in 1847 and the tower is 15 meters high and painted white. Nestled amidst the Velliyamkalli Rock on one side and the glimmering blue sea on the other, Thikkoti Lighthouse is surrounded by lush green coconut and palm plantations. The structure was built after a shipwreck and now serves as a major attraction for tourists. It also serves as a seasonal home to many varieties of migratory birds.

Architecture of Thikkoti Light House

The 108 feet tall lighthouse stands along the shoreline of the Lakshadweep Sea in the Kozhikode district of Kerala. Painted with white paint that was built from the wreckage of a ship, it is one of the major attractions of Kozhikode that attracts visitors.

Interesting facts about Thikkoti Light House

  1. The sound of strong waves, the mighty Arabian Sea and the clear azure waters attract tourists from all around.
  2. It is visited by a large number of travelers because of the beautiful landscape.
  3. It sees high rate of activity throughout the year especially during winters.
  4. It is an ideal photo shoot destination, transit home for many migratory birds, and is also an angler's paradise.
  5. Passengers need to take permission from the authorities to climb the winding stairs of the lighthouse.The 108 feet tall lighthouse stands along the shoreline of the Lakshadweep Sea in the Kozhikode district of Kerala. Painted with white paint that was built from the wreckage of a ship, it is one of the major attractions of Kozhikode that attracts visitors.

How to reach Thikkoti Light House

By Air
The airport is located at Karipur, about 27 km south-east of Calicut Lighthouse.
By Rail
Kozhikode Railway Station is the nearest to Calicut Lighthouse which is located at a distance of about 16 kms. From here you can take rickshaw or auto.
By Bus
Nearest bus stop is Nandi, from here it can be reached on foot by about 5 to 8 minutes.

Thikkoti Light House on Google Map

Address
Thikkoti Light House: Nandi, koyilandy, NH 17, Kozhikode, Kerala, Kozhikode

Thikkoti Light House FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Nandi, koyilandy, NH 17, Kozhikode, Kerala, Kozhikode.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Thikkoti Light House: Thikkoti Light House timings 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm, (Monday close), No entry fee..

𝒜. You should visit Thikkoti Light House during January, February, March, April months for best experience.

📅 Last update: 2024-07-11 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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