Attractions in and around

There are a number of places worth visiting in Kozhikode. Kappad is the place where Vasco da Gama set foot for the first time when he came to India on May 27, 1498. There is a small stone monument at the beach to commemorate that event.

While in Kozhikode, Dolphin's Point is a good place to watch dolphins playing in the sea early in the morning. On this beach are also situated Kozhikode Town Center, Lions Club, and a lighthouse.

Two crumbling piers, more than hundred years old, stand out into sea at Kozhikode beach. The Kozhikode beach is easily accessible from Kozhikode city and provides a good view of the setting sun. Kozhikode beach also has a Marine Life Aquarium open whole day.

The Science Planetarium at Jaffarkhan Colony is the best place to unravel the mysteries of universe and enlightens about the planets and stars in Kozhikode.

Kozhikode's planetarium has an interesting array of games, puzzles, and scientific gadgetry, which can keep a person busy for the whole day. The planetarium and Science Center are in the same complex of Kozhikode.

Mananchira, which was the palace tank of King Mana Vikrama, has been now turned into a traditional architectural splendor with carpeted green grass and surrounded by ethnic buildings. The place also has a musical fountain and worth visiting in Kozhikode.