history
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Hidden along the shores of Kannur, stands a palace that tells a story unlike any other in India – Arrakkal Kotta, the seat of Kerala’s only Muslim royal family. Walking through its age-old corridors, one can almost hear the echoes of prayers, diplomacy, and the rhythm of waves that once carried ships bound for faraway lands.The Arrakkal Royal
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There are places that whisper history and then there are places that speak it aloud. Step through the arched entrance of this majestic 22-acre heritage campus in Kozhikode, and you are instantly transported more than a century back in time. The date etched above the arch 1872 stands as a silent witness to everything this place has
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If history had a heartbeat in Kozhikode (Calicut), it would echo through the narrow lanes of Kuttichira, the cultural cradle of this coastal city. Long before Calicut became a bustling urban centre, it was here along the banks of a serene pond that a remarkable community shaped its identity, prosperity, and spirit of coexistence. Centuries ago, this
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As you walk along the coastline of Kappad Beach in Kozhikode, and you’ll find more than just sand and sea you’ll find the place where the world changed forever. A simple stone memorial marks 20 May 1498, the day Vasco da Gama stepped onto Indian soil. But the story of this shore is far more layered than the textbooks
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Along the serene coast of the Arabian Sea, tucked away in the tranquil village of Moodadi in Kerala, stands a temple that seems to belong to another time. The Moodadi Jaladurga Temple, believed to be nearly 5,000 years old, and one among the 108 Durga temples consecrated by Lord Parasurama. Dedicated to Jaladurga, the Sea Goddess, this temple isn’t just a place of
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In the serene town of Iringal, near Kozhikode, stands a quiet yet powerful reminder of Kerala’s maritime glory, the Kunjali Marakkar Museum. This is not just another museum; it is a living chronicle of courage, strategy, and a century-long naval resistance that changed the course of India’s coastal history. As you step through its gates, time seems
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In the heart of Kadathanadu village, in northern Kerala lies a place where history and legend intertwine so seamlessly that every gust of wind seems to whisper a ballad of valor. This is Thacholi Manikoth, once the proud residence of Thacholi Othenan, the legendary warrior of the 16th century whose name still echoes in the folklore of Malabar. Today,
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Tucked away in the serene landscape of Koyilandy in Kozhikode district, Kerala, lies Pisharikavu Temple, a sacred abode of Goddess Bhadrakali. This is not just a temple; it is a living chronicle of faith, migration, and resilience where history blends effortlessly with devotion, and where every courtyard seems to echo stories from another time. The origins of
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Some places are not built with stone or by humans. Hidden deep within the lush forests of Kerala, divided by the flowing Bavali river, lies a temple like no other—the Kottiyoor Temple, locally known as Thruchherumana Kshethram or Vadakkeshwaram. But to devotees and travelers, it is lovingly called the Akkare–Ikkare Kshethram: the temple of “myths”. On the western bank of the
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If you are a traveler who seeks more than just destinations – if you long for stories, whispers of the past, and places where history and divinity embrace each other – then Muzhakkunnu, in the heart of Kannur, Kerala, is the place for you. Nestled amidst hills that echo with culture and legends stands the Mridanga
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The Malabar coast has always been more than just a stretch of shoreline. For centuries, its harbors and spice-laden markets welcomed the sails of Arab traders, who carried pepper, cardamom, and cinnamon across the seas. Trade here was not just an exchange of goods but it was an exchange of worlds. But everything changed in
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Stepping into Kannur, one cannot help but be awed by the rich heritage and the rhythm of history echoing through its streets. Among its many treasures stands the Sundareswara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped here as Sundareswara, “the most beautiful being.” But to view this temple only as a place of worship would be to miss
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If you ever find yourself wandering along the beaches near Varkala, it will lead you to one of Kerala’s most fascinating historical treasures, the Anjuthengu Fort, once known as Anjengo Fort. Sandwiched between the Arabian Sea on one side and backwaters on the other, this fortress is not just stone and mortar—it is a living
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