Kuttiadi river originates from Narikotta ranges in the Western Ghats, at an elevation of 1220 m above MSL and joins the Arabian Sea at Kottackal, after traversing 74 km across the State.This river flows through Vadakara, Koyilandy and Kozhikode taluks. It empties into the Arabian Seal at the historical kottakkal fort, 7 kms, South of Vadakara. This river has a length of 74kms.It passes through Oorakuzhi, Kuttiadyl, Tiruvallur, Muyipoth, Maniyur and Karuvancheri. A storage dam built across the Kuttiadi River at Peruvannamuzhi is the nearby attraction. And along with its tributaries it flows through an area of 583 sq.kms. The Onipuzha, the Thottilpalam puzha, the Kadiyangad puzha, the Vamathil puzha and the Madapalli puzha are the major tributaries of Murad river.
Location info:
Address: Kuttiadi , Quilandy, Kozhikode District, Kerala, India.
District: Kozhikode District.
Nearest City: Mandarathur, Kappad,, Kochi and Quilandy.
Best time to visit: April and May.
Climate/Weather:
Climate is Humid and Tropical. And the Temparature in Summer32.6 °C and in Winter21.4°C.
History:
Interesting things to do:
Watch the Peruvannamuzhi dam nearby this river.
Interesting things to Visit:
Peruvannamuzhi Dam:Peruvannamuzhi Dam is a picnic place, where you can go to unwind in nature. There is a bird sanctuary that is inside the confines of the dam and the crocodile farm that is also in the vicinity of the Peruvannamuzhi Dam is definitely interesting enough to see. You can also take rowboats to have a stroll in the river especially at sunset.Fathima Matha Catholic church:The decades old Fathima Matha Catholic church is also another attraction. The surrounding areas of the Church gives a breathtaking scenic beauty.Kallai River:Kallai River was sued to collect timber and ship them off by the sea to other merchants all over Asia. Thus Kallai River is a reminiscence of the times that India was a great power on her behalf.Lokanarkavu temple:Lokanarkavu is one of the famous temples in this area. Also the temple for the memory of legend Thacholi Othenan is located at Vadakara. This temple is named as Thacholi Manikkothu Kavu temple. is one of the famous temples in this area. Also the temple for the memory of legend Thacholi Othenan is located at Vadakara. This temple is named as Thacholi Manikkothu Kavu temple.Siddasramam:Situated near the Payam Kuttimala, Siddasrama is a well known spiritual centre. Siddasramam has branches in Kerala as well as outside Kerala. Please view our Photo of the Ashram.Birth Place of Kunhalimarakkar:The Marakars were admirals of Zamorines. who valiantly resisted the Portuguese on high seas. Kunhali Marakars built a fort on the southern bank of Moorad river which was completely destroyed by Portuguese with the help of Zamorins for various reasons. The place is known today as Kottakkal. It is 46 Kms. North of Kozhikode. A small hut belonged to Kunhali Marakkar with collections of ancient swords, canon balls and knives can be seen here.Velliyamkallu:VelliyamkalluA massive rock “Velliyamkallu” associated with the valiant Kunhali Marakkar Situates 13 kms. off Payyoli Beach. The rock though much dreaded by navigators was safe ground for the Marakar to attack the invading Portuguese. The fisher folk look at it with awe and fear. However., it is worth exploring it to see for oneself the beautiful figures nature has engraved on it. It was on this rock that Marakars killed the whole crew of a ship belonging to the Portuguese.Sandbanks:Sandbanks is a famous beach which supplements the seaside beauty of Vatakara. This beach where Kottakkal puzha reaches the sea is a stunningly beautiful beach. One should reach this place to enjoy its beauty.Silent Beach:South of sandbanks is a silent beach. One can feel an extraordinary calm while at this area of the beach. I feel that it is beyond what words can express.
Mobile range info:
How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Trivandrum Central Railway station and Vatakara Railway Station
Nearest Airport:Karipur International Airport.
Road Transport:You can reach Vatakara through buses heading for Vatakara, Koyilandy, Kozhikode or Thrissur.
Nearest Visiting places:
Buddha Vihar:The Budha Vihar situated at Customs Road near south beach of Kozhikode is a marked example of the presence of Budhists in Kozhikode.Mananchira:Mananchira is the heart of the Kozhikode city and has important institutions like the Town Hall and the Public Library. One of Kozhikode’s oldest institutions, the Commonwealth Trust’s office is located here at Mananchira.Science Planetarium:Kozhikode wins a place in the planetarium map of the world. Situate within city at Jaffarkhan Colony. It reveals the mysteries of universe and enlightens about the planets and stars.Badagara (Commercial Centre):
Badagara is a commercial centre is about 48 kms from Kozhikode, in Badagara is Kalaripayattu, which is a flourishing, and great commercial centre of martial arts. Badagara is also famous for being the birthplace of Thacholi Othanan, the hero of the ballads of North Malabar.Thikkoti Lighthouse:This lighthouse is 22ms from Kozhikode is the lighthouse, which overlooks Velliyamkallu, the rock much dreaded by navigators, off Moodadi coast, which was built after a ship, wreck and the remains of which can still be seen here. The Velliyamkallu rock is the transit home of migratory birds.The Thikkoti lighthouse is an important attraction of Kozhikode/Calicut and was built after a shipwreck, the remains of which can still be seen here.Thusharagiri:Lying 50kms east of Kozhikode, Thusharagiri is a little tribal tourist spot in Kerala. Tow streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the River Challipuzha. The river diverges into three waterfalls, creating a snowy spray, which gives the name ‘Thusharagiri’ which means ‘snowy peak’.Peruvannamuzhi Dam:60kms from Kozhikode, the Peruvannamuzhi dam site, set amide hills is a beautiful picnic spot. The reservoir hence provided facilities for speedboat and rowboat cruises. Inhabited islands, a bird sanctuary and a crocodile farm add to the charm of the place.Velliyamkallu:It is a massive rock which had once served as a vantage point for the ‘marakkars’ to attack the Portuguese invaders. The beautiful natural engravings on the rock add to the overall charm of this tourist attraction in Kozhikode.Pazhassiraja Museum .and Art Gallery Beypore:The Pazhassiraja museum and the art gallery of Kozhikode have been named after the famous Pazhassiraja Kerala Varma of the Kottayam royal family. Pazhassiraja led the famous ‘Pazhassi Revolt’ against the East India Company during the 1700’s. Pazhassiraja was nicknamed the Lion of Kerala and is also accredited with starting guerilla war in the hills of Wayanad to give a blow to the unbearable British rule. He was shot dead in an encounter on 30th November 1805.Thali temple :Thali temple is an ancient one, dating back to the days of the Zamorin rule. The term Thali refers to a Shiva temple; however, the temple complex also houses a shrine to Krishna. Legend has it that Parasurama, associated with several temples in Kerala, worshipped Shiva here. Several legends associated with feudal rivalry, curses and relief from curses are associated with this temple. In its glorious days, this temple celebrated the Revathi.Lions Park:A park for children situates next to the light house at Calicut beach. The park is open from 3 pm onwards. It is good to enjoy the sunset from hereMananthavadi: . The forests of Mananthavadi are amongst the most picturesque locales of Kerala. The place is also of historical importance as it is here that Pazhassi Raja, a native chieftain famous for his guerilla tactics against the British, breathed his last.The tomb of Veera Pazhassi Raja, known as the Lion of Kerala has been erected here as a memorial to this valiant leader, who committed suicide to avoid capture, by the British.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Nadapuram Petrol Pump Kerala State.Petrol Pump SH 34, Kozhikode Kerala.Vellikulangara Petrol Pump SH 54, Kozhikode Kerala.Petrol Pump Koothuparamba, Kannur Kerala.
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
Malabar Palace Kozhikode, Kerala Tel: 0495 2721511.Taj Residency Hotel PT Usha Rd, Kozhikode Kerala 673032 Tel: 0495 2765354.Sagar Hotel NH 17, Kozhikode, Kerala Tel: 0495 2720152.Hotel Thushara International Kodenchery, kerala.
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Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Nallalam Police Station Calicut, Kozhikode Kerala.Koduvally Police Station NH212, Kozhikode Kerala 673572.Edacheri Police Station SH 54, Kozhikode Kerala.
Nearest Hospital:MIMS Hospital SH 54, Calicut, Kozhikode Kerala.Ayurveda Hospital Kozhikode, Kerala State.Primary Health Center Atholi – Kuttiyadi Road Kachery, Kozhikode Kerala 673317.Malabar Hospital & Urology Centre Eranhipalam, NH 212, Eranhipaalam Kozhikode, Kerala 673020 Tel: 0495 2374706.PI Hospital Kozhikode Balussery Road Kozhikode, Kerala.
