Kannur (Kannan- Lord Kirshna; ur – place) or the abode of Lord Krishna is a beautiful
coastal town of Malabar encompassing the northern districts of Kerala. When Kerala
is described as "God's own country" then Kannur should be described as "God's own Heaven".
Far from the maddening crowd and nestled in unspoiled natural beauty, it is the one place
were you can enjoy peace and quiet as well.
Kannur is called "The City of lores and looms". It has an ancient history and is home to many indigenous art forms such as Theyyam ,Kalaripayattu,Thayambaka etc.
Theyyam: Temple oracles dressed in fiery, awe-inspiring costumes, gyrating to the sound of heavy drums and cymbals;
Kalaripayattu:ancient martial art of Kerala
Thayambaka: A Group of drummers numbering fifty to hundred or more,
accompanied by trumpets and cymbals performing together and reaching a crescendo.
There are a lot of intersting places to visit such as the st. Angelos Fort,Parassinikkadavu,Valapatanam,Payyanur,Ezhimala,Thalaserry, Thodekkalam Temple,Pazhassi dam etc.
You can visit a number of beautiful beaches spreaded along the coastal line .Payyambalam,Muzhappilangadu,Mennkunnu are some of them.
So, come and enjoy your holidays............
