Kappad Beach (Kappakadavu Beach)

Kappad beach is one of the main attractions of Kozhikode, though it is quiet from the town. A lush, serene beach shaded by inland palm trees, it has golden sands. Replete with a stone monument, Kappad beach bears witness to the historic moment when Vasco Da Gama first set foot in India in 1498, which entirely changed the fate of Kerala. To the Portuguese explorers delight, his group of 170 sailors were well received by the local ruler, the ‘Zamorin of Calicut’. This also led to the beginning of Portuguese influence in Kerala and encouraged subsequent visits by other European powers. Further along the path, India became a British colony till it gained freedom in 1947.

This single event was so forceful to alter the historic course of the entire Indian subcontinent as well as significantly influence that of Europe. There is an 800 year old temple near the beach, which is a major tourist attraction. The beach is perfect for swimming, boating, beach games and other water activities. The beach also provides activities like Paragliding, Snorkeling and Surfing for adventure seekers or just anyone who wants to try something new. There are plenty of beach shacks where you can get a variety of fresh sea food at reasonable cost. Any disappointment about swimming at the beach can be well compensated by taking a backwater trip through the adjacent Korapuzha river.