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Kappad Beach |
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Kerala is famous for the numerous picturesque beaches, along with the backwaters. Tourists from all over the country as well as from foreign land visit Kerala to relish the eye-catching natural beauties. The beaches of Kerala are the favorite spots for the vacationers, almost throughout the year. One of such noted beaches of Kerala is the Kappad beach. Besides, its spectacular natural beauty, it is also famous for its historical backdrop. This is the beach where the great sailor, Vasco da Gama had landed with his crew in the year 1498. With such an important historical background, Kappad beach became popular among people on its own.
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The Kappad beach of Kerala is located 16kms away from the Kozhikode town. One can reach this beach via the Karipur Airport or through the rail and road transportation. Apart from enjoying themselves and relax in the lap of nature, the tourists flock to the Kappad beach for gaining more knowledge about the Portuguese and the native Indians. The excellent spices and abundant wealth of this place had enticed the Greeks, Dutch, Arabs, English, Greeks, Portuguese as well as the Phoenicians. This Kappad beach has been the witness for the landing of all these foreign traders.
Visit the Devi temple, which is almost 800 years old, located on the top of a gigantic rock at the Kappad beach. Besides, take a walk on the long beach, bath in the clear blue water, bask in the sun or opt for some water sports. Kappad beach denotes serenity; hence it’s the best place for avoiding the hustle and bustle of the city life. Children love to feel the fresh air, play under the clear blue sky, make sand castles and paper boats and enjoy themselves. Youngsters or adults can opt for boating at the Canoli Canal, Elathur or the Kallai River.
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