The 3rd largest city in the southern Indian state of Kerala, Kozhikode or Calicut as it is more popularly known offers plenty of interesting sights and sounds to keep visitors enthralled throughout their stay here. From historic sites to spices and a variety of cultural attractions, the city of Calicut is an absolute melting pot of activity and entertainment. Some of Calicuts main attractions include Beypore Beach, Ettumanoor Shiva Temple, Kozhikode Beach, Krishna Menon Museum and Thusharagiri Falls.
The languages spoken in Calicut are English, Malayalam and Hindi. The best times to visit the area are from September to May. Situated along the sea, a beach holiday is one of the top most options.
The city of Calicut is also an interesting place to shop. Local handicraft like rosewood and buffalo horn carvings, mini snake boats and coir products are a plenty while spices, sweet meats and other souvenir items are also freely available in Calicut. From bazaars to street markets and pavement hawkers, Calicut presents a totally unique shopping experience to locals and visitors alike.
Among these is the popular Comtrust Weaving Centre in Beypore which offers an array of cotton and handloom fabrics for guests to choose from. The weaving centre is located around 11 km away from Calicut and boasts of a history thats nearly 150 years old. Formerly known as the Commonwealth Textile Factory, this establishment is an absolute must visit place for anyone visiting Calicut.
Featuring 70 rooms and 4 elegant suites and an array of luxurious amenities,
The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Calicut is located at the heart of the city providing guests with easy access to most of the citys most famous attractions. The
Calicut hotel is located just a short drive from the airport and the railway station while the Calicut Beach is just a short walk away.
