Kozhikode
Arabs used to call it by the name Kalikat; for Chinese it was, Kalifo, and for Europeans, Calicut
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Few minutes drive from Kozhikode will take tourists to a beach called Kappad where Vasco Da Gama first put his foot along with 170 other men in India
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The district was the apple of many invaders’ eyes namely Dutch, French and later British. Many sea wars are fought to earn the rule of this priceless piece of land. As per the facts of historians, the name was derived from two words- koyil (palace) and kotta (fort). The district was once surrounded by the fort built by its ruler, the Zamorin, who encouraged trade with the Arabs by giving special concessions. It was then, Kozhikode caught the eye of many invaders. Arabs used to call it by the name Kalikat; for Chinese it was, Kalifo, and for Europeans, Calicut (Kozhikode).
It is only in Kozhikode that a woman continues to live in their ancestral house while their husbands, visit them in evening only. In fact in some areas of Kozhikode, tourists will find some colorful cross boards all depicting about facts and fiction. CSI Church, Pattalam mosque, and Commonwealth Spinning Wheel are some of the popular tourist attractions which should be witnessed on a trip to Kozhikode.
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In summer, the maximum temperature during the season remains between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius. Even though it is warm, one can visit the city for bird watching
The months from June to September are that of monsoon season. The city experiences heavy rainfall, which brings the temperature down to being bearable. Monsoon is a good time to enjoy several festivals and fairs of the city. The ideal monsoon months to visit the place are August and September.
Winter season begins from the month of October. The early February marks the end of the season. The climate remains quite pleasant during this time and the minimum temperature dips up to 15 degrees Celsius. Thus, it is the best time to visit Kozhikode.
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Accomodation
To accommodate this influx of travellers, there are loads of comfortable hotels and resorts in Kozhikode, Kerala. The lavishly appointed hotels & resorts of Kozhikode are outfitted with high-class amenities ensuring a comfortable stay of the guests. These amenities in the hotel are served with tenderheartedness and warm hospitality. The dining services in the hotels serve a list of lip smacking dishes to the patrons.
The well-ventilated and large rooms render a snug stay to the guests. Assorting from luxurious to budget hotels, Kozhikode has a perfect accommodation option for every budget. Some of the major luxury hotels in Kozhikode are WelcomHotel Raviz Kadavu Resort & Ayurveda Spa, The Taj Gateway Hotel, etc. The major deluxe hotels here are Pushpa Raag Beach House, Vasco Dagama Beach Resort, etc. In addition, the list of major standard hotels here includes the names like Hotel Paramount Tower, Hotel Maharani, etc.