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Kannur
Kannur is a city in Kerala with its own unique character and charm. Visitors can explore local attractions, experience the regional culture, and enjoy the distinctive cuisine of the region.
Kannur, Kerala
Best time
Oct-Mar
Safety
Safe
Budget
₹800/day–₹5,000+/day
Nearby
6 cities
How to reach
✈ Nearest major airport serves the Kerala region.
🚆 Kannur is connected by rail to major cities.
🛣 Well-connected by national highways to other cities in Kerala.
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Best time:All year
Ranked:5 places
Nearby:6 cities
Tips:5 local
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#1Arakkal Museum
The Arakkal Museum is a museum dedicated to the Arakkal family, the only Muslim royal family in Kerala, India. The museum is actually a section of the Arakkalkettu (Arakkal Royal Palace). The durbar hall section of the palace has been converted into a museum by the Government of Kerala. It was opened in July 2005 after a Rs. 9,000,000 renovation.
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#2Ezhimala
Ezhimala, a hill reaching a height of 286 metres, is located near Payyanur, in Kannur district of Kerala, south India. It is a part of a conspicuous and isolated cluster of hills, forming a promontory, 38 km north of Kannur (Cannanore). The Indian Naval Academy at Ezhimala is the Asia's largest, and the world's third-largest, naval academy.
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#3parassinikkadavu muthappan temple
Parassinikadavu Muthappan temple is a temple, located at Parassinikadavu in Anthoor Municipality on the banks of the Valapattanam river about 10 km from Taliparambu and 16 km from Kannur City in Kannur District, Kerala, India. Principal deity of the temple is Sree Muthappan, whose divinity is presented as a ritualistic theyyam enactment in two versions called Thiruvappan and Vellattam. According to the local tradition the presiding deity is a manifestation of Lord Shiva.Vellattam and Thiruvappan are the generic names for two types of ' Theyyam Ketti-aadal ' in the kavu/temples of North Malabar.
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#4Rajarajeshwara Temple
The Rajarajeswara temple is a Shiva temple located in Taliparamba in Kannur district of Kerala, India. The temple is regarded as one of the existing 108 ancient Shiva Temples of ancient Kerala. It also has a prominent place amongst the numerous Shiva temples in South India. It had the tallest shikhara amongst the temples of its time. The Rajarajeshwara temple has a top of about 90 tonnes. If any problem is encountered in the other temples of South India, devotees seek a solution in this temple through a prasna, a traditional method of astrological decision making. The prasna is conducted on a peedha (a raised platform) outside the temple.
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#5Sree Jagannatha Temple
Shree Jagannatha Temple is a major place of worship in Thalassery, Kannur District, Kerala province, India.The temple is located near Jagannath Temple Gate Railway Station, about one kilometre from Thalassery city (Directions).The temple was erected by Shri Narayana Guru in 1908. A statue of the guru was included in the temple complex in 1927. The Guru had a glimpse of his own statue at Colombo where it arrived on the way from Italy to India.it is a famous Temple.The temple is made in the style of Jagannath Temple, Puri, Odisha. The idol is made of Panchaloha by famous sculptor Thavarali.
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#6St. Angelo Fort
St. Angelo Fort (also known as Kannur Fort or Kannur Kotta) is a fort facing the Arabian Sea, situated 3 km from Kannur, a city in Kerala state, south India.
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How to reach
By air: Nearest major airport serves the Kerala region.
By rail: Kannur is connected by rail to major cities.
By road: Well-connected by national highways to other cities in Kerala.
Local safety
Kannur is generally safe for tourists.
Local tips & weather
Weather
Nov-Feb
Best time to visit
Mar-May
Hot
Jun-Sep
Moderate rainfall
Local tips
- Visit Kannur during winter for pleasant weather
- Try the local Kerala cuisine — it's renowned
- Explore the local markets for authentic experiences
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
- Respect local customs and traditions
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