Kozhikode beach is a beautiful beach which is a favorite of
all sunset viewers. There is a lighthouse and 2 piers that extend towards the
sea. These piers are around 130 years old. One is the ‘Iron Screw Pile’ pier
that was built in the year 1871. It is in the northern part and is around 120
meters long having a T shaped edge. Towards the south lies the next pier. Near
to this beach lies the Lions Park and the Marine Water Aquarium. Children can
spend a great time in the park which has got various facilities for children.
There is an old bridge on the beach and it is exciting to walk to the edge of
this beach.
This shore is said to have historical significance as it had
witnessed many historic events such as battles, arrival of ships from far lands
etc. Various national leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan,
Indira Gandhi and Krishna Menon have addressed the crowd from here. After
Mahatma Gandhi’s visit to this place, the Beach road came to be called as the
Gandhi road. There is a 'Horse's Jumping Point' near to the south pier where
horses are made to jump into the sea, swim and reach the shore. They will be
then displayed for sale.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station : Calicut Railway Station
Nearest Airport : Calicut International Airport
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