Kannur

Kannur
Locations : South India, Karela
Lattitude: 11.8689° N, Longitude: 75.3555° E
Best Time to Visit : July, August, September, October, November, January, February and March.

Weather :

Summer : Max: 36°C   Min: 32°C
Winter : Max: 28°C   Min: 18°C
Monsoon : Max: 30°C   Min: 19°C
 

Kannur with its former name as Cannanore, is amongst the northernmost districts in the south western state of Kerala. Kannur is a nature's bounty with Lakshwadeep in the west and Western Ghats in the east is blessed by nature with the beautiful beaches, hill stations, rivers, backwaters, religious places and historical structures. Kannur is a key contributor in the culture, religion, handloom industries and the heritage to the state of Kerala. Kannur is called as “The land of Looms and Lores”. The handloom production of Kannur has attained worldwide appreciation due to its high quality fabric production. Kannur is affluent in traditional art and culture and is a home to Kerala tradition academy. Kannur is well connected with all parts of India by rail and road. Kannur closeness with the coastline offers a pleasant climate to the region and attracts many travellers with its rich heritage.

Main Attractions:-

Muzhappilangad Beach, Payyambalam Beach, Arakkal Museum, Muthappan Temple, Thavakkara

Getting there

By Train:   KannurMain Railway Station is well connected to major cities of the country.
By Flight:   Calicut International Airport is the nearest Airport located around 120 Kms. from Kannur.

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