Muzhappilangad Beach :: Longest Drive in Beach in Asia

Muzhappilangad Beach is a drive-in beach in the state of Kerala in southwestern India. It is located parallel to National Highway 17 between Kannur and Thalassery.
There is an unpaved road winding through coconut groves leading to the beach. To get to this road, if you are driving from Tellicherry towards Kannur, take the left turn just before the first railway crossing you encounter after crossing the Moidu bridge. The beach is about 5 km long and curves in a wide area providing a good view of Kannur on the north. Local laws allow beachgoers to drive for a full 4 km directly on the sands of the beach. The beach is bordered by black rocks, which also protect it from the stronger currents of the ocean.
Approximately 100-200 m south of the beach there is a private island called Dharmadam Island (Pacha Thuruthu in Malayalam, which translates to Green Island in English). It is possible to walk to the island during low tide.
Since the late 90's, the beach has seen a steady influx of European tourists during winter.

Unique Features
Only Drive-In Beach In Kerala
Location
Reaching Muzhappilangad: The nearest airport to Kannur is at Karipur in Kozhikode, 95 km away. Kannur railway station is linked to major towns within the state as well as the country as are the roads.
Best Time to Visit
The climate of the state, as in the most of the other part of India, is tropical. The summer comes to the state in April and continues for the next four months. The maximum temperature during this season is around 33°C. Monsoon touches the state in June and remains there till September though not much difference in temperature can be felt. Winter is from October to January and temperature drops a bit. The weather is never too chilly in Kerala.

More details can be obtained from http://www.muzhappilangadtourism.com

Some Tourist Places in Kannur

Muzhappilangad Beach

Muzhappilangad Beach which spreads about 4km is said to be the only Drive-in beach in Kerala.Muzhappilangad beach is situated about 5 km north of Thalassery and 15 km from Kannur. There is an unpaved road winding through coconut groves, leading to the beach.To the South and about 200 metres away from the beach there is a beautiful island called the "Green Island" which adds to the allure of the beach. Such a conjunction of beach and island is rare.
Dharmadam Island
Dharmadam Island (Green Island) is a small 2 hectare private island in Kannur. It is 100 metres away from the mainland at Dharmadam. This island covered with Coconut Palms and dense bushes is a beautiful sight from the Muzhappilangad beach. Permission is required to enter this privately owned island.
Trichambaram Temple
Trichambaram Temple is situated 20 km from Kannur. It is near Taliparamba town, famous for its spices trade. The deity of the temple is Sree Krishna. The sculptures on the walls of the sanctum sanctorum are a class by themselves. The temple also contains one of the most exquisite collection of mural paintings in south India. Trichambaram Temple has three ponds attached to it, with the temple for Durga being surrounded by water on all sides.
Rajarajeswara Temple
The Rajarajeswara temple is a beautiful Shiva temple and is located at Taliparamba in Kannur. The temple is regarded as one of the 108 ancient Shiva temples of Kerala. Taliparamba is regarded as one of the ancient Shakti Peethams. Legend has it that the head of Sati fell here after Shiva's tandavam following Sati's self-immolation. The Shiva linga here is believed to be thousands of years old. Ghee in small pots are offered to the presiding deity Shiva and are placed on steps leading to the sanctum. While men are allowed to enter the shrine always, woman are allowed at certain times of the day.
Madayi Mosque
This beautiful ancient mosque was originally built in 1124 by Malik Ibn Dinar, a Muslim preacher. A block of white marble in the mosque is believed to have been brought from Mecca by its founder, who came to India to spread the word of the Prophet.
Meenkunnu Beach
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.
Parassinikadavu Sree Muthappan Temple
Parassinikkadavu Sree Muthappan Temple is situated 18 km away from Kannur on the banks of river Valapattanam. The temple is dedicated to Lord Muthappan, believed to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva. This is the only one temple in Kerala where the Folk art form of North Kerala 'Theyyam' is presented daily. Toddy and dried fish are the main offerings in this temple. Facility for boating is also available here. Parassinikkadavu Snake Park is situated near the temple.