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Beypore
Beypore or Beypur is a small beach town and port in the state of Kerala, India. It is in Kozhikode District.
Beypore at a Glance
Why Beypore?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
- Madhava Observatory
- Beypore Lighthouse
Beypore at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary: The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary lies in Kadalundi grama panchayat of Kozhikode district and Vallikkunnu Grama Panchayat of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It spreads over a cluster of islands where the Kadalundi River flows into the Arabian Sea.
- Madhava Observatory: Madhava Observatory is an observatory set up by the University of Calicut in 2005 in association with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore. It is the largest observatory at the university level in India.
- Beypore Lighthouse: Beypore Port historically had trade links with Europe, Arabia and other ports on the Indian coast.
- Kadalundi: Kadalundi is a village in Kozhikode district, Kerala, India. It is a coastal village close to the Arabian Sea.
Things to Do
- Walk into the Sea: The Beypore Pulimoott is a 1-km walkway into the sea. The walk is beautifully tiled and insufficiently lighted.
- Drive into the sea: Board your vehicle into the Jankar and cross the Chaliyar river to the village of Chaliyam. You can drive one km into the sea on Chaliyar pulimoott road.
- Beypore Beach: A beautiful beach which holds the main attraction here.
- Beypore Harbour: If you love Malabar cost marine life, you should visit here during early mornings. You can see the busy life of fishermen.
- Beypore Lighthouse: Beypore Port historically had trade links with Europe, Arabia and other ports on the Indian coast.
- Beypore Port: An ancient port which have regular services to Lakshadweep islands.
Sightseeing Places
- Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary: The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary lies in Kadalundi grama panchayat of Kozhikode district and Vallikkunnu Grama Panchayat of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It spreads over a cluster of islands where the Kadalundi River flows into the Arabian Sea.
- Madhava Observatory: Madhava Observatory is an observatory set up by the University of Calicut in 2005 in association with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore. It is the largest observatory at the university level in India.
- Beypore Lighthouse: Beypore Port historically had trade links with Europe, Arabia and other ports on the Indian coast.
- Kadalundi: Kadalundi is a village in Kozhikode district, Kerala, India. It is a coastal village close to the Arabian Sea.
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Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary lies in Kadalundi grama panchayat of Kozhikode district and Vallikkunnu Grama Panchayat of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It spreads over a cluster of islands where the Kadalundi River flows into the Arabian Sea.
Madhava Observatory
Madhava Observatory is an observatory set up by the University of Calicut in 2005 in association with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore. It is the largest observatory at the university level in India.
Beypore Lighthouse
Beypore Port historically had trade links with Europe, Arabia and other ports on the Indian coast.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 17 km from Beypore.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Feroke railway station, about 2 km from central Beypore.
- By Road: There are bus services operating from Mangalore, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Chennai, Bangalore and Coimbatore to Kozhikode. There are many rental companies offering cars with drivers or self-drive
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Beypore (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–30°C with about 376 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Beypore (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–29°C with about 348 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Beypore (Oct, Nov) averages 24–30°C with about 227 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Beypore (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–31°C with about 52 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C.
Local Transport
- By bus: There is no local bus service in Beypore. You can rely on autorickshaws, which are very cheap and reliable.
- By taxi: Local taxis are also available at good rates. Normally, taxis are not needed unless you plan to go way out of the city.
- By car: There are many rental companies offering cars with drivers or self-drive
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History
- Summary: Beypore or Beypur is a small beach town and port in the state of Kerala, India. It is in Kozhikode District.
- Overview: Beypore or Beypur is a small beach town and port in the state of Kerala, India. It is in Kozhikode District.
- Ancient History: The ancient trading port of Tyndis is often identified with Kadalundi-Chaliyam-Beypore region. Tyndis was a major center of trade, next only to Muziris, between the Cheras and the Roman Empire. Pliny the Elder (1st century CE) states that the port of Tyndis was located at the northwestern border of Keprobotos (Chera dynasty). The North Malabar region, which lies north of the port at Tyndis, was ruled by the kingdom of Ezhimala during Sangam period.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Beypore or Beypur is a small beach town and port in the state of Kerala, India. It is in Kozhikode District.
- Accommodation: International standard hostels or hotels are not available in Beypore, but you can opt for hotels just outside Beypore that have good prices. Will take only few minutes travel to them. Listed options include Asma Tower Hotel, Fortune Hotel Calicut and Gotheeshwaram Beach Resort.
- Best Way To Explore: Many places of attractions are near by one another so you could walk between them.
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Significance
The ancient trading port of Tyndis is often identified with Kadalundi-Chaliyam-Beypore region. Tyndis was a major center of trade, next only to Muziris, between the Cheras and the Roman Empire.
Historical Significance
The ancient trading port of Tyndis is often identified with Kadalundi-Chaliyam-Beypore region. Tyndis was a major center of trade, next only to Muziris, between the Cheras and the Roman Empire.
Architectural Legacy
Beypore is a beautiful beach and it has one of the oldest ports in Kerala from where trading was done to the Middle East. Beypore is famous for building wooden ships, called dhows or urus in the Malayalam language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Beypore is most comfortable in January, February, March and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is February (average high 32°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 17 km away. The nearest railway station is Feroke railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, Madhava Observatory and Beypore Lighthouse.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 32°C over the year, with about 2873 mm of rain in total.
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