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Kozhikode
(Also known as Calicut; also spelled as Kozikode)
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If you are visiting India, then one of the regions that you must see and visit is definitely the Kozhikode region. Especially the natural parks and the trekking opportunities along with the various water falls and water dams provide a nature experience that can not be experienced any where else. Kozhikode (Calicut) is a haven of natural beaches, backwater plateau, rivers, lakes, trekking opportunities, and coastlines. Kozhikode is also called by the name of Calicut as from calico, which is a hand woven cloth that has its origins there. You can enjoy the place at where the world famous explorer Vasco De Gama set foot on Indian soil on Kappad Beach for the first time. You can visit the Beypore Village, which was a very significant port at the time. There is also Lion's Park, which is a great theme park for the children and their families. In addition, you can visit the Art Gallery where world class Indian artists have their works displayed. The town of Kallai represents a past city that was the biggest timber trading center in Asia throughout history. Thus KozhiKode is filled with cultural opportunities, historically significant places and Indian foods that you can taste. Especially the Sweet Street is a nice shopping center where you can shop and eat sweets at the same time. If you want to take a stroll in the river with a boat then you can always go to Canolly Canal. Thus Calicut is a place where you can experience history and natural attractions at the same time and it is a place to be seen if you want to say 'I have been in India�? Comments Was this information helpful? Do you have something interesting to share about Kozhikode? Drop in a comment below, or write to us. We would love to hear from you!
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