Kappad beach located about 18 km away from Kozhikode city is an extension of the famous Kozhikode beach. Kappad beach is renowned for being the port in which Vasco da Gama landed with his 170 men for exploring the mythical land of spices and establishing a spice route with the European markets. This later turned the European powers to take control of our lands. Kappad beach has a monument built on the shore that is inscribed as “Vasco da Gama landed here, Kappakadavu, in the year, 1498”.
Kappad beach is also known by the name Kappakadavu, surrounded by rocks, backwaters, coconut palms etc. Kappad backwater is an excellent place to cherish and the boat cruises lead up to the majestic Arabian sea in Kappad beach. The rock formation on the shores provides an excellent seating place for the visitors as well as migratory birds that are seen flying in and around the area. There is an 800 years old temple on the rocks stretching out to the sea, that is yet another major attraction of the beach.
People come down to the beach to enjoy the warmth of the sun on the silver sands along with the astonishing views of the Arabian sea. There are several Ayurvedic resorts near the seashore that attracts many for a relaxing Ayurvedic massage or a spa. For all your holidaying moods Kappad beach is the ideal place offering you the best of all the soothing emotions much needed for a relaxed mind.
