Kappad, The Historical Beach

Posted Date: 11 Jul 2010 Author: Roshan Salim Profile photo

This article is about Kappad beach, historical significance of Kappad beach and attractions in and near Kappad beach.

Kappad Beach : The Historical Beach

Kappad beach is one of the beautiful beaches in Kerala. It is located in the Calicut district of Kerala. The beach is the gateway to Malabar Coast as well as Malabar tourism. Kappad beach was locally known as ‘Kappakkadavu' for the people of Kozhikode and is an important fishing harbor. The stunning rocks in the Kappad Beach are the main attraction here. Sights and sceneries in Kappad will be a special moment for the tourists.

Historical Significance of Kappad

Kappad beach has its historical importance. Kappad beach is known by the Portuguese navigator Vasco De Gama. Kappad was an unknown place for the Europeans until 1498. But in May 20, 1498 Vasco De Gama along with his 170 men landed on Kappad. This landmark has lead to the discovery of new sea route to India which linked India and Europe. Samuthiri was the king of Malabar that time. They came here to promote Christianity. Proceeding Vasco De Gama, many Europeans came to India for trade and commerce. They were attracted by the rich resources of Kerala. And slowly they began to plant their roots in Kerala. They began to cheat the local kings of Kerala and began to establish their reign here. This marked the phase of Colonization in Kerala and ultimately Kerala became the colony of European Countries. So Kappad has a great significance in the history of Kerala.

Choose your way to Kappad Beach

The place Kappad is located 8 kms away from Koyilandi, which is a place in Calicut district. The nearest Airport port is Karipur International Airport and it is 44 kms away from Kappad. The nearest Railway Station is Koyilandi Railway Station which is about 8 kms away. The tourists who are coming by land can directly go to Kappad via Koyilandi. KSRTC bus services are always available from Calicut and Koyilandi. The tourists can also reach here through the beautiful backwaters of korappuzha river in Kozhikode.

Attractions in Kappad Beach

Kappad beach is well known for its stunning rocks. From these stunning rocks itseif in the history there came a question to the Portuguese from a Kozhikodan Muslim that ‘ What is the business of Portuguese here' and the reply was again historical from the country man of Vasco De Gama that “We seek Christians and Spices". Beach resort in Kappad is another tourist destination from you can enjoy the beauty of Malabar coasts and coconut palms. You can have a tasty drink of coconut water, you can fight with the sea waves to save your foot marks, you can built sand castles near the shore and can also have close look the sun rise and sun set and enjoy its beauty. A visit to Kappad will surely be a rare experience for you.

Attractions near Kappad

1. Kadalundy Bird Sanctuary
2. Science Planetarium
3. Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery
4. Pookot Lake
5. Mananchira Square
6. Lokanarkavu

Hotels and Resorts near Kappad Beach

The Kappad beach resort is an excellent spot for accommodation for the tourists. All facities are provided here for the tourists. They can also enjoy the beauty of Malabar Coast from here. Most importantly it is away from the hustle-bustle of the city. So the tourists can have a calm and peaceful stay there. Tourists can also stay in star hotels in Calicut since it is only 30 kms from Kappad.