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Koyilandy
Koyilandy is a municipality and a taluk in Kozhikode district, Kerala on the Malabar Coast. The historical town is located right in the middle of the coast of Kozhikode district, between Kozhikode and Kannur, on National Highway 66.
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Why Koyilandy?
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- Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple
- Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary
Koyilandy at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple: Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple is located at Chemancheri village in Kozhikode district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing west.
- Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary: Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located along the Western Ghats and spread across 74 square kilometres (29 mi2) in Chakkittapara and Koorachundu revenue villages of Koyilandy Taluk in Kozhikode, Kerala.
- Balussery: Balussery is a town located about 25 km northeast of Kozhikode city, situated on State Highway 34. It is one of the 12 block Panchayats in the Kozhikode district and serves as the northeastern entry point to Kozhikode city.
- Elathur: Elathur is a place near Koyilandy in Kerala, about 11.6 km away.
- Kappad: Kappad is a beach and village near Koyilandy, in the Kozhikode district, Kerala, India. A stone monument installed by government commemorates the "landing" by Vasco da Gama with the inscription, 'Vasco da Gama landed here, Kappakadavu, in the year 1498'.
- Perambra: Perambra is a major town in Koyilandy taluk of Kozhikode district in North Malabar region of Kerala state, India. Perambra is the anglicized form of the original name Payyormala, given during British rule.
Things to Do
- 'Meerod mountains': Beautiful views of the river and valleys down.
- Kappad Beach: Vasco de Gama arrived in India at this place. There is a memorial and a park in this beautiful beach.
- Korappuzha Bridge: This 480-metre bridge is the longest bridge in Kozhikode district. Completed in 2015, it has 13 spans.
- Pisharakady Kavu Temple: Pisharakady Kavu Temple is worth a visit while in Koyilandy.
- Shri Rama Krishna Ashram: Non-profit organization intervening in health, education, relief work and rural development. Established in 1915 by Swamy Nirmalananda of Kolkata.
Sightseeing Places
- Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple: Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple is located at Chemancheri village in Kozhikode district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing west.
- Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary: Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located along the Western Ghats and spread across 74 square kilometres (29 mi2) in Chakkittapara and Koorachundu revenue villages of Koyilandy Taluk in Kozhikode, Kerala.
- Balussery: Balussery is a town located about 25 km northeast of Kozhikode city, situated on State Highway 34. It is one of the 12 block Panchayats in the Kozhikode district and serves as the northeastern entry point to Kozhikode city.
- Elathur: Elathur is a place near Koyilandy in Kerala, about 11.6 km away.
- Kappad: Kappad is a beach and village near Koyilandy, in the Kozhikode district, Kerala, India. A stone monument installed by government commemorates the "landing" by Vasco da Gama with the inscription, 'Vasco da Gama landed here, Kappakadavu, in the year 1498'.
- Perambra: Perambra is a major town in Koyilandy taluk of Kozhikode district in North Malabar region of Kerala state, India. Perambra is the anglicized form of the original name Payyormala, given during British rule.
Temples
- Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple: Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple is located at Chemancheri village in Kozhikode district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing west.
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Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple
Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple is located at Chemancheri village in Kozhikode district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing west.
Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary
Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located along the Western Ghats and spread across 74 square kilometres (29 mi2) in Chakkittapara and Koorachundu revenue villages of Koyilandy Taluk in Kozhikode, Kerala.
Balussery
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Elathur
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Kappad
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Perambra
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- 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 44 km from Koyilandy.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Koyilandi railway station, about 1 km from central Koyilandy.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Koyilandy (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–31°C with about 346 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Koyilandy (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 367 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Koyilandy (Oct, Nov) averages 23–30°C with about 173 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Koyilandy (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–30°C with about 32 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C.
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History
- Summary: Koyilandy is a municipality and a taluk in Kozhikode district, Kerala on the Malabar Coast. The historical town is located right in the middle of the coast of Kozhikode district, between Kozhikode and Kannur, on National Highway 66.
- Overview: Koyilandy is a municipality and a taluk in Kozhikode district, Kerala on the Malabar Coast. The historical town is located right in the middle of the coast of Kozhikode district, between Kozhikode and Kannur, on National Highway 66. The independence activist K.
- Ancient History: Koyilandy, formerly known as Panthalayani Kollam, is one of the oldest ports in South India and is often identified with the port of Tyndis by some of the historians, which was a satellite feeding port to Muziris, according to the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea. 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.
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Significance
Koyilandy, formerly known as Panthalayani Kollam, is one of the oldest ports in South India and is often identified with the port of Tyndis by some of the historians, which was a satellite feeding port to Muziris, according to the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea.
Spiritual Significance
Koyilandy, formerly known as Panthalayani Kollam, is one of the oldest ports in South India and is often identified with the port of Tyndis by some of the historians, which was a satellite feeding port to Muziris, according to the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea.
Pilgrimage Traditions
Koyilandy is a very sleepy town. Tourists never come to this place even though the paddy fields and beaches are very attractive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Koyilandy is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 32°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 44 km away. The nearest railway station is Koyilandi railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple and Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary.
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 2634 mm of rain in total.
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