ST. ANGELO'S FORT KANNUR Built by the first Portuguese Viceroy in India, Don Francesco de Almeida (1505), St. Angelo's Fort is among the most historic sites in Kannur. This massive triangular laterite structure is flanked by gigantic bastions that make for an imposing sight. It changed hands between the Dutch and eventually the British, who would remodel and reequip it into their primary military stronghold in Malabar. Mopilla Bay and Dharamadam Island are among the primary attractions here. Mopilla Bay is a natural harbor and the fort offers a wonderful view of it along with a sea wall projecting from the for separating the rough sea and inland water. Dharamadam Island, barely F, acres in area, is 100 m from the mainland and a favorite haunt of tourists. People come to the fort for relaxing strolls and just a brilliant view of t Arabian Sea.
Mopilla Bay and Dharamadam Island are among the primary attractions here. Mopilla Bay is a natural harbour and the fort offers a wonderful view of it along with a sea wall projecting from the fort separating the rough sea and inland water. Dharamadam Island, barely 5 acres in area, is 100 m from the mainland and a favourite haunt of tourists. People come to the fort for relaxing strolls and just a brilliant view of the Arabian Sea.

Kerala is truly a delight to a traveller. From its unmatched natural beauty to its monuments that are historically significant, from its majestic temples to its technological wonders, the state finds no reason for you to not like it. Forts have always been great sources of history of the region. Many forts were palaces in the past, some were built for military purposes and some as prisons.

PAYYAMBALAM BEACH The impeccably unspoiled Payyabalam beach is adorned with sparkling pearls of golden sand and foamy white waves of the Arabian Sea. The highlight of Kannur and one of the many beautiful beaches of Kerala, the Payyabalam beach has an incredibly peaceful and inviting aura. Unwind after a long week by relaxing at this remarkable seashore and find yourself mesmerized by its elegant beauty and contagious calm.

Tourist Attraction in Payyambalam Beach : The serene beaches, the lush palm vegetation, the white waves are the best things to enjoy in this Nature's Paradise.

One of the prime attractions of this beach is a sculpture by the famous sculptor, Kanayi Kunjiraman, which portrays a mother and child. A major picnic spot for people in and around this town, the Payyambalam beach and the garden are set for a facelift, with the Tourism Department according sanction to two projects for renovating the garden and setting up facilities for adventure activities

Feel light as a feather and float in mid-air as you go parasailing at the fetching Payyambalam Beach. The pristine beauty that abounds, further adds to the experience.

The activity of 5 minutes can be undertaken anytime between 10am and 5pm. Also known as parascending or parakiting, parasailing mainly involves the necessary gear, a parasailing wing and a motor vehicle. You will be made to wear a harness that is attached to a parachute at one end and a strong rope at the other.

THE ARAKKAL MUSEUM in Kannur city is one of the most significant and frequently visited attractions of the south that celebrates the memory and grandeur of Kerala's only Muslim royal family- the Arakkal Ali Rajas. Previously a majestic palace of the royal family and their actual place of residence, this museum is a true testimony to the impeccable Muslim architecture and design. The Durbar Hall of this palace, which was once the official venue of gathering for the kings and their nobles, has now been converted into the Arakkal Kettu Museum and is managed by the Arakkal Family Trust.
Many artefacts dating to the rule of the Arakkal Dynasty and various relics of the royals are put up on display at this museum. Entering the Arakkal Museum, you feel like you have been teleported to the 1600s- the entire palace oozes with sheer elegance and polished grace. The artefacts and heritage items of the Arakkal Dynasty have been maintained perfectly here and will never fail to stun you with their ostentatious grace and awe-striking class.

Best Time To Visit Arakkal Museum Even though the Arakkal Museum is not very vulnerable to the weather patterns of the city, it is best to explore this museum when the climate is friendly and pleasant. Kannur enjoys an amicable climate throughout the year but is definitely most enjoyable during the winter months which begins from September and goes on till the last days of February.
Architecture of Arakkal Museum The complex of the Arakkal Museum is shaped like a long cuboid that lies amidst a wide and open ground. This vast ground was used to offer Namaaz five times a day by the Arakkal royalty and their nobles. This tradition goes on till date, and many people offer their daily Namaaz here, especially on Fridays. The main palace block is laid over a huge ground with the Arakkal Museum in the centre and four mosques around the periphery. The museum is shaped like a long cuboid that is interconnected by passages and hallways. The entire structure is built mainly out of laterite and wood, a style of architecture typical to the Muslim Kings. This two-storied edifice is immaculately managed and maintained by the authorities. The upper floor of the museum has double-heighted ceilings and extremely wide hallways. The windows here are unique as they are tainted in shades of blue and red, providing a playful and vivid show of lights inside.

Apart from these, there are exhibits that stand as testimonies to the Arakkal rulers’ relationship with European colonial powers as well as those relating to their maritime activities and monopoly on spice trade.