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Kappad
Historic beach where Vasco-Da-Gama
landed on 27th May 1498

Kappad: (16 km from Kozhikode) This is the historic beach where Vasco-DaGama landed on 27th May 1498, with 170 men in three vessels. A monument
on the beach commemortes this historic event. The rock studded beach is
locally known as Kappakadavu. An interesting feature of the landscape is
the sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea. The temple on the rock is
believed to be 800 years old.
Mishkal Masjid, Kuttichira: One of the oldest mosques in the city, this four
storeyed structure supported by wooden pillars proudly proclaims the
architectural splendour of yester years. In 1510 the Portuguese burnt
down some parts of it, but the charred portions still remain. The mosque
is named after the rich trader who built it.
Pishakari kavu: This temple is dedicated to goddess Bhagavathy.
Elephant pageants during the festival season here (March/april) are
a special attraction.
Buddha Vihar: This temple houses a good collection of writings on Buddha.
Varakkal Devi Temple: This is considered to be the 108th and the last Devi
temple built by Sree Parasurama, the legendary founder of Kerala. It is
believed that Parasurama ploughed this area in order to make Devi (the
goddess) appear. The main festival here is the Vavu Bali when thousands
congregate to perform the ancestral obsequies. On this day the sea is
found to be surprisingly calm as if facilitating the religious observances.
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