Kozhikode the most important region
of Malabar in yesteryears, was the capital of the powerful
Zamorins and also a prominent trade and commerce center.
It was here at Kappad that Vasco Da Gama landed in his
search for the spices of the Orient. Today the serene
beaches, lush green countryside, historic sites, all
combine to make this a popular tourist destination filled
with a warm ambience.
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