Kannur
       Kannur city is mentioned as "a great emporia of spice trade" Today it is known as the 'weaver city' due to the thriving handloom industry. The district has excellent beaches, is dotted with many historical monuments.

Ezhimala :-The combination of high hills and beautiful beach has made Ezhimala a popular tourist place. Top at the hill the sight of an ancient mosque with sculptured stone pillars is a facinating one. Ezhimala also has a Naval Academy. A wealth of rare medicinal herbs is also found in Ezhimala and surrounding areas.

Thalassery :- The historical town is located 20km. south of Kannur. The British East India Company established its settlement in1683 and later built an impressive fort. It is famous for producing most of the india's circus artists.

Thalassery Fort :- The glorious fort located on the Thalassery beach was built by the British in 1708

Gundret Bungalow :- the former residence of German scholar Rev.Dr. Herman Gundert, who compiled the first malayalam dictionary. He is also credited for publishing first newspaper in malayalam.