{"id":26432,"date":"2023-10-17T08:19:53","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T08:19:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/?p=26432"},"modified":"2023-10-17T08:19:53","modified_gmt":"2023-10-17T08:19:53","slug":"kannur-gives-kerala-new-wings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/kannur-gives-kerala-new-wings\/","title":{"rendered":"Kannur Gives Kerala &#8220;NEW WINGS&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kerala is now the only\nstate in India to boast of having 4 international airports, the latest addition\nbeing Kannur International Airport, which was commissioned on 9<sup>th<\/sup>\nDecember 2018. The airport is situated at Mattannur, 25 kilometers from Kannur,\nwhich is a beautiful city located in the northern part of Kerala. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Kannur International\nAirport (KIAL), the second Greenfield airport set up in the public-private\npartnership (PPP) model in Kerala spans an area of about 2,300 acres. This\nstate of the art airport is equipped with one of the most modern facilities,\nwhich is unique of its kind the \u201cSwing Facility\u201d, which means the terminal\ncould be either operated as a domestic\/international terminal or both, because\nof the presence of sliding glass partitions in between. The terminal also has\nself-check-in counters and self-baggage dropping machines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, whether you are into adventure, pilgrimage, history or just want to relax, a holiday in Kannur has it all. Take a look at the top things to do in Kannur!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Go Kayaking, Rock-Climbing or Bird Watching<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-id=\"26440\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Final-Kayaking-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26440\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>You can also enjoy boating in Kannur<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wayanad and Kodagu (Coorg), renowned locations for adventure and wildlife tourism with great scenic beauty, are quite close to the airport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Explore its pristine beaches <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-id=\"26441\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Final-Beach-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26441\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Meenkunnu beach in Azhikode is highly valued by European visitors<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What attracts tourist to this beautiful place are its stunning and pristine beaches. European visitors highly value Meenkunnu beach in Azhikode. There is a drive-in beach at Muzhappilangad which is the longest in Asia where sand is solid enough to drive for kilometers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Shop for your favourites<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-id=\"26442\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Final-Handloom-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26442\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u201cThe City of Looms &amp; Lores\u201d<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Kannur handloom societies, weavers, renowned for their skills, hold the reputation of being one of the best-skilled cadres in the country. The export products include home furnishings and made-ups including bed linen, kitchen linen, curtains, table mat, pillow covers, napkins, aprons etc. Products for local markets include lungi, mundu, shirting, bedspreads, towels etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Feel Blessed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-id=\"26444\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Final-Temple-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26444\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The riverside temple at Parassinikkadavu is one of the most famous temples<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The riverside temple at Parassinikkadavu is one of the most famous temples. Mridanga Saileswari temple, the closest to the new airport is one among the 108 Durga temples of ancient Kerala. It is believed to have been installed by Parashurama, the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu. You can also check out <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/india-tour-packages\/kerala-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\">Kerala holiday packages<\/a> for a memorable holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Experience its rich culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1281\" data-id=\"26443\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.akbartravels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Final-KAthakali-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26443\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Godamuri, Vedan Pattu, Kathakali, Theyyam are a few of the folk dance forms peculiar to the region<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A large number of folk plays and dances are prevalent among the scheduled castes and tribes here. Godamuri, Vedan Pattu, Kathakali, Theyyam are a few of the folk dance forms peculiar to the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the new Kannur International Airport, Kerala is sure to see a boom in tourism. This will not only aid the textile industry but also help students\/research-scholars apart from &#8216;non-resident&#8217; Indians, expatriates, business travelers, IT professionals and corporates, thus enhancing the region&#8217;s position as an international tourist destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what are you waiting for?? Go On! Explore and experience this gorgeous place in God\u2019s own country and book <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/flight\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"cheap flight tickets (opens in a new tab)\">cheap flight tickets<\/a><\/strong> only with Akbar Travels. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kerala is now the only state in India to boast of having 4 international airports, the latest addition being Kannur International Airport, which was commissioned on 9th December 2018. 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