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Muzhappilangad
Kannur, formerly Cannanore, is a seaside city on the northern side of Kerala (Keralam), India. The Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary on the Western Ghats is a .
Muzhappilangad at a Glance
Why Muzhappilangad?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Drive in Beach, Muzhappilangad
- Azhikkal beach
- Science Park
- Mohyidheen Juma Masjid, Ayikara
Muzhappilangad at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Drive in Beach, Muzhappilangad: 4-km-long beach with strong sand, the longest drive-in-beach in India. The village has about 24,000 people (2011).
- Azhikkal beach: 2-km long footpath into the sea, fishing village. Beautiful garden and beach at Chalil village.
- Science Park: The science park is a small facility containing displays of scientific and technological topics meant for school students.
- Mohyidheen Juma Masjid, Ayikara: A 300 year old mosque built under the patronage of Arakkal Royal Dynasty
- Anjarakandy: Anjarakandy is a census town and grama panchayat in Kannur district of Kerala, India. Anjarakandi River flows through Anjarakandy town.
- Dharmadam: Dharmadom or Dharmadam is a Census Town in Kannur district in the state of Kerala, India. This town is located in between Anjarakandi River and Ummanchira River, and Palayad town and Arabian Sea.
Things to Do
- Birdwatching: At Munderi Bird Sanctuary, near Varam. Many exotic birds can be spotted at Madayippara near Pashayangadi, 24 km.
- City Esplanade @ Caltex: Start walking from Caltex junction. Proceed to the collectorate and turn right to old bus stand.
- Climbing a Hill: You can start from Thazhe Chovva bus stop and go beyond Chovva Railway Station up the hill. There are paved roads all around the hill, up the hill and down the hill.
- Dinner at Seaside: Dinner at Seaside is worth a visit while in Muzhappilangad.
- Hill Walk: The hills and grounds around Sri Narayana College, Thottada are an ideal place for peaceful walking because there is very little traffic and open spaces are more in this region. You can access Kizhunna beach and Ezhara beach from here.
- Island Walk: All coconut and areca nut. Beautiful bridge wide enough for a small car.
Sightseeing Places
- Drive in Beach, Muzhappilangad: 4-km-long beach with strong sand, the longest drive-in-beach in India. The village has about 24,000 people (2011).
- Azhikkal beach: 2-km long footpath into the sea, fishing village. Beautiful garden and beach at Chalil village.
- Science Park: The science park is a small facility containing displays of scientific and technological topics meant for school students.
- Mohyidheen Juma Masjid, Ayikara: A 300 year old mosque built under the patronage of Arakkal Royal Dynasty
- Anjarakandy: Anjarakandy is a census town and grama panchayat in Kannur district of Kerala, India. Anjarakandi River flows through Anjarakandy town.
- Dharmadam: Dharmadom or Dharmadam is a Census Town in Kannur district in the state of Kerala, India. This town is located in between Anjarakandi River and Ummanchira River, and Palayad town and Arabian Sea.
Places That Define Muzhappilangad
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Drive in Beach, Muzhappilangad
4-km-long beach with strong sand, the longest drive-in-beach in India. The village has about 24,000 people (2011).
Azhikkal beach
2-km long footpath into the sea, fishing village. Beautiful garden and beach at Chalil village.
Science Park
The science park is a small facility containing displays of scientific and technological topics meant for school students.
Mohyidheen Juma Masjid, Ayikara
A 300 year old mosque built under the patronage of Arakkal Royal Dynasty
Anjarakandy
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Dharmadam
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Pinarayi
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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 Kannur International Airport (CNN), about 17 km from Muzhappilangad.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Edakkad railway station, about 1 km from central Muzhappilangad.
- By Road: Direct buses are available from Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Palakkad and Mangalore.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Muzhappilangad (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–31°C with about 323 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Muzhappilangad (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–29°C with about 403 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Muzhappilangad (Oct, Nov) averages 24–31°C with about 187 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Muzhappilangad (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–31°C with about 38 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 31°C and lows of 24°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C.
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Planning Guide
- Overview: Kannur, formerly Cannanore, is a seaside city on the northern side of Kerala (Keralam), India. The Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary on the Western Ghats is a . Kannur (old name Cannanore) is known as Land of Looms and Lore because of the importance of the fabric industry and the concentration of Theyyam temple dance festivals.
- Accommodation: Kannur traffic is quite hopeless. Taking a room in the beach area is the only solution to escape from traffic blocks. Listed options include Bus Stand Dormitory, K.K. Tourist Home and P.V.S. Lodge, Beach Road.
- Best Way To Explore: Autorickshaws charge ₹30 for the first km and then ₹15 per km. Buses charge ₹7 for 3 km.
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Significance
Kannur, formerly Cannanore, is a seaside city on the northern side of Kerala (Keralam), India. The Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary on the Western Ghats is a .
Frequently Asked Questions
Muzhappilangad 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 17 km away. The nearest railway station is Edakkad railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Drive in Beach, Muzhappilangad, Azhikkal beach, Science Park and Mohyidheen Juma Masjid, Ayikara.
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 2715 mm of rain in total.
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