Kozhikode Travel Guide

Formerly known as Calicut it is the legendary seaport where Vasco da Gama had first set his foot and discovered India. The area became a hot spot of commercial activity between Arab, Chinese, and East African traders and emerged as the most crucial region of the Malabar Coast. Other than its historical and commercial significance the destination is widely acclaimed for its idyllic settings serene beaches, panoramic countryside, wildlife sanctuaries, treasured museums, waterfalls, rivers, and hills. Kozhikode city is the prime marketing center for produce like coconut, pepper, rubber, coffee, lemongrass oil, cashew nuts, etc. Owing to its elaborate export network it has been named the noble emporium of India.