Pookot Lake
The Pookot is a natural fresh water lake surrounded by meadows and
trees on all sides and is a haven for peace-loving travelers. It is
located half way from Kozhikode/ Calicut half an hour ahead of Kalpetta.
Ettumanoor Temple
Ettumanoor is a Hindu pilgrimage, famous for the legendary 16th century
Shiva Temple. The Shiva temple is an example of Kerala's indigenous
style of temple architecture, incorporating clear-cut woodcarvings and
murals, including an exceptionally striking one of Shiva as Nataraja,
where he crushed underfoot the evil spirit represented by a demon.
Krishnan Menon Museum
The Krishna Menon Museum has a section in honor of the great Indian
leader V.K. Krishna Menon, whose personal belongings and souvenirs
presented by leaders and friends are exhibited here.
Malabar Mahotsavam
Malabar Mahotsavam is a cultural show that showcases the centuries old
rich cultural heritage of Kerala. The event is at Mananchira maidan in
the heart of Kozhikode town from 13th to 16th January every year.
Pazhassi Raja Museum
The Pazhassiraja Museum, run by the State Archaeological Department is
located at East Hill and displays ancient murals, old coins and antique
bronzes as well as models of temples and megalithic monuments.
Thali Temple
Thali temple is located downtown Kozhikode and is an important temple
of the former Zamorin Kingdom of Kozhikode. The Thali temple is famous
for the 'Revathi Pattathanam', an annual competition of pedagogic
skills.
Dolphin's Point
Just a few kilometers from the city center is the Dolphin's Point,
where you can spot dolphins playing in the sea of an early morning. The
long tree-lined beach, about 2 km away, is popular with the local people
because of the Lions Club Park and the lighthouse.
Mananchira
Mananchira is the heart of the Kozhikode city and has important
institutions like the Town Hall and the Public Library. One of
Kozhikode's oldest institutions, the Commonwealth Trust's office is
located here at Mananchira.
Thikkoti Lighthouse
The Thikkoti lighthouse is an important attraction of Kozhikode/Calicut
and was built after a shipwreck, the remains of which can still be seen
here.
