Places to Visit in Kannur District

Kannur is where Kerala's wild spirit lives. The district is the heartland of Theyyam — an ancient ritual art form where performers become living gods, dancing with elaborate costumes and face paint in a trance that predates recorded history. The St. Angelo Fort, built by the Portuguese in 1505, overlooks the Arabian Sea. Muzhappilangad, India's only drive-in beach stretching 4 km, is a unique experience. Payyambalam Beach and the Parassinikadavu Muthappan Temple add to Kannur's appeal. The district is also famous for its handloom industry, producing some of India's finest fabrics.