Meenkunnu Beach is situated at Azhikkode 12 km away from Kannur. This is a quiet and beautiful beach. With its golden sand and coconut trees, it is a tourist’s paradise. This beach is an extension of Payyambalam Beach.Meen means fish and kunnu means hill in the Malayalam language. Meenkunnu beach is located twelve kilometers from Kannur in Kerala. This beach is situated at Azhikode village and is beautiful beach with golden sand.This beach attracts a lot of tourists with its beauty. Meenkunnu beach is an expansion of Payyambalam Beach which is located two kilometers from the tnew rewritten of Kannur.
Climate is Humaid and Tropical. And the Temparature in Summer32.6 °C and in Winter21.4°C.
History:
Interesting things to do:
You can watch beautiful stretch of golden sand is one of the most secluded beaches in kerala, and its Best Place for Picnic.
Interesting things to Visit:
Muzhappilangad Beach:Muzhappilangad is 15Km South of Kannur and only 8 Km from Thalassery. A long clean beach, its enchanting ambience invites you to swim, sunbathe, or just lounge around. Black rocks protect Muzhappilangad from the current of the deep, making its shallow water a swimmer’s paradise.St Angelo Fort:The Portuguese built St Angelo Fort in 1505 on the promontory northwest of town. It’s a peaceful place, and the tourist police here are happy to give you a guided tour. There is a good view of Kannur town and the ocean from the top.Ezhimala:At an altitude of 286 m Ezhimala has fascinating scultured stone pillars scattered all over the beach. There is also an ancient mosque on a hill nearby.Payyambalam Beach Resort:The Payyambalam beach is one of the beautiful beaches in this State and is an ideal place to spend evenings, irrespepcti ve of seasons. It is very near Kannur town. ,The mortal remains or’ Swadeshabhimani Ramakrishna Pilla, A.K. Gopalan, K.P. Gopalan, Pamban Madhavan and K.G. Marar are laid to rest near this resort.Moppila Bay:Moppila Bay is a natural fishing harbour, lying near Fort St. Angelos. A sea wall projecting from the fort separates the rough sea and inland water. The bay was famous during the Kolathiris’ regime as a commercial harbour that linked Kolathunadu with Lakshadweep and foreign countriea, in imports. Today , Mopilla bay has turned into a modernised fishing harbour.Sri Krishna Temple:This temple is located at Kadalayi about 6 km from Kannur. It is dedicated to Lord Krishna. An eight day annual festival is celebrated here. Traditional art performances like the Kathakali, the Ottamthullal, etc., are performed during the festival.Parassinikadavu:It is situated about 16 km from Kannur. The charm of this place is added by the serene `Valapattanam River`. The famous Sri Muthappan temple is situated on the beautiful banks, which makes the place a popular pilgrim centre. Boating facility and accommodations are available. An entertaining snake park is situated nearby, with 3 snake pits, 15 glass cases and 2 glass houses exclusively for King Cobras.Valapattanam:The small town on the Valapattanam river is situated about 7 kms from Kannur. This town is well known for its wood-based industries and timber trade. The port of Azhikkal and Azhikkal beach are located nearby.Arakkal Kettu:Arakkal Kettu, is located about 3 km from Kannur. It was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala.
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How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Kannur Railway Station
Nearest Airport:Khozikode Airport
Road Transport:Meenkunnu Beach is Accessible by road.
Nearest Visiting places:
The Residence of the Gundert:The Gundert Bungalow is situate at Illikkunnu, 2 kms away from Thalassery near the National Highway. It was here that Gundert, the German missionary and the plyglot resided for 20 years from 1839. He made invaluable contributions to the Malayalam language.Dharmadam Isle:This small Island which is situated in the sea like a green spot just 100 m away from shore, becomes a blissful experience to tourists. This isle is full of coconut trees. There is only a well here as the symbol of human presence. One can reach this place by boat from southern part of Moithu bridge in the national highway. During ebb time one can reach here by foot. From this isle one can see the rocks around and the beauty of Muzhuppilangad beach and the distant beauty of Thalassery town. When Dharmadam isle was an important trading center, this isle was in the possession of Chirakkal king.Alaram Wildlife Sanctuary:Alaram Wildlife Sanctuary is a situated on the slopes of the Western Ghats. Found in this tranquil sanctuary is elephants, sloth bears, sambar and mouse deer as well as fauna and reptiles. The highest peak of Katti Betta, covered with tropical and semi- evergreen forests rises to a majestic height of 1145 m above sea level.Arakkal Palace:3 kms from Kannur, is a beautiful palace of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala that controlled parts of the coast and Lakshadweep.Tellicherry Fort:22 kms from Kannur, the fort constructed in 1708,was the military centre of the British and is now a historical monument. The S.A.I. Gymnastic Centre, an old Muslim Mosque.Thodeekulam Siva Temple:Thodeekulam Siva Temple is located about 2 km from Kannavam on the Thalasseri-Mananthavady road in the Kannur district. This temple is famous for its mural paintings. This temple was constructed 2,000 years ago.Sree Ramaswami Temple, Thiruvangad:Sree Rama Swami Temple is located in Thiruvangad, about 23 kms. from Kannur. This temple is dedicated to Sri Rama and one of the most important temples in Malabar. The exquisite carvings in the temple were done about 400 years ago.Ezhimala:The Ezhimala is a small beautiful beach, about 53 kms from Kannur. This beach 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 hills are mainly known for the rare medicinal herbs. A Naval Academy is also being developed here.Pythal Mala:Pythal Mala is located about 65 kms. from Kannur. This enchanting hill station is situated about 4500 feet above sea level near Kerala – Karnataka border. This place is rich in flora and fauna.Pazhassi Dam:This dam is situated about 37 km on the East of Kannur. It has picturesque region around it with the beautiful `Pazhassi Dam`, which draws lots of tourists. This calm reservoir has the facility of boating for the visitors.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Parippayi Petrol Pump Kannur, Kerala.Koothuparamba, Kannur Kerala.KTC Petrol Pump Mahe, Kerala
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
C-rocks beach resort ezhara beach, kizhunna, kannur, Kerala 670101 Tel: 09940426430.Hotel Malabar Fort Thalassery, Kannur, Kerala.Hotel Paris Presidency Thalassery, Kannur, Kerala.Hotel The Mark Thalassery, Kannur, Kerala.Airtravel Enterprises India Ltd Fort Rd, Padanapalam Kannur, Kerala 670001 Tel: 0497 2767737.Hotel Arafa International Padanapalam, Kannur Kerala.Seashell Beach Resot Haris Guest House Adi Kadalayi Last Kannur, Kerala 670007 Tel: 09847003687.
Things to carry:
Food, water, Sunglasses and Some clothes.
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Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Police Station NH 17, Thalassery, Kannur Kerala.Old Police Station Thalassery, Kannur KeralEdacheri Police Station SH 54, Kozhikode Keral
