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Kanhangad
Kanhangad or Hosdurg is a city in the Kasaragod district of the Malabar region of Kerala, India.
Kanhangad at a Glance
Why Kanhangad?
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- Hosdurg Fort
- Ananda Ashramam
Kanhangad at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Hosdurg Fort: Hosdurg Fort or Hosadurga Fort (transl. New fort), also known as Kanhangad Fort, is a fort in Kanhangad in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- Ananda Ashramam: Daily lecture sessions from 3:30PM to 4:30PM. Free food and accommodation to all visitors.
- Ajanur: Ajanur (also anglicized Ajanoor) is a census town and grama panchayat in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India. It is also a suburb of Kanhangad city.
- Cheruvathur: Cheruvathur is a town and grama panchayat in the Kasaragod district, state of Kerala. It is located 41 km (25 mi) from the district headquarters Kasaragod.
- Chithari: Ajanur (also anglicized Ajanoor) is a census town and grama panchayat in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India. It is also a suburb of Kanhangad city.
- Hosdurg: Hosdurg is one of four taluks that constitute the Kasaragod District, Kerala. Others are Kasaragod, Manjeshwaram and Vellarikundu taluks.
Things to Do
- Walk in the Virgin Beach: Walk in the Virgin Beach is worth a visit while in Kanhangad.
- Yellow Hills: There is a Hanuman temple and Chirutheyi Cave here. Some other smaller caves are used for generating drinking water.
- Ananda Ashramam: Daily lecture sessions from 3:30PM to 4:30PM. Free food and accommodation to all visitors.
- Guruvanam: An ashram in a forestlike silent place.
- Kareem Forest: 32 acres filled with medicinal plants, birds, insects, reptiles, amphibians, small animals and microorganisms. Popular with students of Botany and Zoology.
- Madiyan Koolam Temple: This temple is dedicated to Bhadrakali.
Sightseeing Places
- Hosdurg Fort: Hosdurg Fort or Hosadurga Fort (transl. New fort), also known as Kanhangad Fort, is a fort in Kanhangad in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- Ananda Ashramam: Daily lecture sessions from 3:30PM to 4:30PM. Free food and accommodation to all visitors.
- Ajanur: Ajanur (also anglicized Ajanoor) is a census town and grama panchayat in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India. It is also a suburb of Kanhangad city.
- Cheruvathur: Cheruvathur is a town and grama panchayat in the Kasaragod district, state of Kerala. It is located 41 km (25 mi) from the district headquarters Kasaragod.
- Chithari: Ajanur (also anglicized Ajanoor) is a census town and grama panchayat in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India. It is also a suburb of Kanhangad city.
- Hosdurg: Hosdurg is one of four taluks that constitute the Kasaragod District, Kerala. Others are Kasaragod, Manjeshwaram and Vellarikundu taluks.
Places That Define Kanhangad
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Hosdurg Fort
Hosdurg Fort or Hosadurga Fort (transl. New fort), also known as Kanhangad Fort, is a fort in Kanhangad in Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
Ananda Ashramam
Daily lecture sessions from 3:30PM to 4:30PM. Free food and accommodation to all visitors.
Ajanur
Half Day
Cheruvathur
Half Day
Chithari
Half Day
Hosdurg
Half Day
Konnakkad
Half Day
Kottancheri Hills
Half Day
Nileshwaram
Half Day
Panathady
Half Day
Panathur
Half Day
Periya
Half Day
Ranipuram
Half Day
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Plan Your Way
- 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 Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 65 km from Kanhangad.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Kanhangad Railway Station, about 2 km from central Kanhangad.
- By Road: Buses are available from Kasaragod, Mangalore and Kannur. There is a railway station at Kanhangad.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kanhangad (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–31°C with about 339 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kanhangad (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–29°C with about 399 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kanhangad (Oct, Nov) averages 24–30°C with about 182 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kanhangad (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–31°C with about 20 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 31°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 23°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Kanhangad or Hosdurg is a city in the Kasaragod district of the Malabar region of Kerala, India.
- Overview: Kanhangad or Hosdurg is a city in the Kasaragod district of the Malabar region of Kerala, India.
- Ancient History: It was cited in old folklore that the area of Kanhangad was under the reign of king Nanda Raja of Mushaka Rajya, headquartered in Ezhimala Kannur region during the Sangam period. The historic region was known as Poozhinadu and later Paduvanadu. However, the history of Kanhangad can be clearly understood only by the 8th century. During this period the area was a part of the 2nd Chera Dynasty.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Kanhangad or Hosdurg is a city in the Kasaragod district of the Malabar region of Kerala, India.
- Accommodation: Listed options include Ananda Ashram, Bakel International and Land Mark Vinayaka.
- Best Way To Explore: Extreme traffic congestion can be expected between 7AM and 9PM near the bus station area from Kottacherry circle to Old Government Hospital Circle. Autorickshaws charge ₹21 per km Buses charge only ₹7 for 3 km.
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Significance
It was cited in old folklore that the area of Kanhangad was under the reign of king Nanda Raja of Mushaka Rajya, headquartered in Ezhimala Kannur region during the Sangam period. The historic region was known as Poozhinadu and later Paduvanadu.
Spiritual Significance
It was cited in old folklore that the area of Kanhangad was under the reign of king Nanda Raja of Mushaka Rajya, headquartered in Ezhimala Kannur region during the Sangam period. The historic region was known as Poozhinadu and later Paduvanadu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kanhangad is most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 33°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 65 km away. The nearest railway station is Kanhangad Railway Station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Hosdurg Fort and Ananda Ashramam.
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 33°C over the year, with about 2672 mm of rain in total.
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