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Meenkunnu Beach
Uncrowded, it is a tourists’ paradise

Meenkunnu Beach: Uncrowded, the beach is a tourists’ paradise, with golden
sand and surf.
Kunhimangalam: It is famous for its unique bronze lamps and sculptures,
near Payyannur.
Thalasseri Fort: (22 km from Kannur) The fort constructed in 1708, was the
military centre of the British. It is now a historical monument. The Sports’
Authority of India Gymnastic centre, an old mosque, the Jagannatha Temple
and Thiruvangad Sree Rama Swami Temple are other attractions nearby.
Muzhappilangad Beach: (15 km from Kannur and 8 km. from Thalasseri) Black
rocks protect this long, clean beach from the currents of the deep, making
its shallow waters a swimmer ’s paradise. Perhaps this is Kerala’s only
drive-in beach where you can drive down the entire length of 4 km.
Ramaswami Temple, Thiruvangad: (25 km from Kannur) This temple, dedicated to Sree Rama is one of the most important temples in Malabar. The
exquisite carvings in the temples are said to have been done nearly 400
years ago.
Malayala Kalagramam: (29 km from Kannur) This renowned centre for art
and culture at New Mahe, conducts courses in painting, sculpture, music,
dance and pottery. Ph: 0490 2332961
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