The fort is situated 22 km from Kannur and stands on a rocky cliff, right on the Thelichery beach.
The fort constructed in 1708 was the military centre of the British. It is now a historical monument. The Fort has a magnificent gate way and a light house.
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Arakkal Kettu
Arakkal Kettu is situated 3 km from Kannur. This is a palace of historical significance and was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala which ruled parts of the coast and Lakshadweep Island.
historical monument
St. Angelo Fort
It is situated around 3 km from Kannur. The laterite fort was constructed in 1505 AD by the first Portuguese Viceroy, Don Francisco De Almeda with the consent of the ruling Kolathiri Raja. After changing hands from the Portuguese to the Dutch, and then to the Ali Raja of Arakkal and finally to the English, the fort became one of the important military centers of the British in Malabar. The barracks, the arsenal, cannons, and the ruins of a chapel are all standing testimony of history on the sea shore.
famous dance
Ezhimala
It is situated 55 km from Kannur. The beautiful beach here has a hillock nearby (286 m high). Carved stone pillars and an ancient burial chamber can be seen at the foot of the hills. The Ezhimala hills are noted for rare medicinal herbs with mythological significance. The beach sand is of a different texture and the sea is bluer than in other areas. At the Ettikulam bay one could enjoy watching dolphins.
