Calicut, also known as Kozhikode, was once ruled by the ‘Samoothiri’ dynasty (Zamorins, as called by the Portuguese), and later became part of the erstwhile Malabar District. It is known as the city of spices and is a major center of domestic trade activities. Kozhikode beach, Mananchira Square, Kappad beach, Kadalundy bird sanctuary, Beypore, Tusharagiri Waterfalls, Pazhassiraja Museum, Tali Temple, Mother of God Cathedral and Kuttichira Masjid are some of the local attractions which are naturally inherited with rich flora and fauna. The coconut trees that streamline the vast area of this region adds exciting view to the scenic beauty of the entire city. Multi cuisines like Malabar Biriyani, Sadya, Banana Chips and Kozhikode Halwa are quite appetizing for the tourists who really like exploring different cuisines.

Wayanad (http://wayanad.nic.in), the land of spicy hills, is about 70 km away from Calicut city. This green paradise is nestled among the mountains of the Western Ghats and is known for its pristine beauty. The leading tourist centres of South India like Ooty, Mudumalai, Bandipur, Nagarhole, Mysore, Bangalore and Madikeri are around this region. The Wayanad district offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, an insight into tribal culture evocative of earlier centuries, trekking and other adventure activities, and a variety of remote monuments. For wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, Wayanad's wildlife sanctuaries are must visit destinations. Pookode Lake, Lakkidi View Point, Banasugara Sagar Lake, Thirunelli Temple, Papanasini, Pakshi Paathaalam, Tholpetty Wild Life Sanctuary, Kuruva Island, Muthanga Wild Life Sanctuary, Edakkal Caves, Ambalavayal Heritage Museum, Meenmutty Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Waterfalls, Soochippara Waterfalls and Chembra Peak are the major attractions in Wayanad. Almost all crops such as tea, coffee, black-pepper, ginger, turmeric, cocoa, areca nut, rubber and vanilla are grown here. Black pepper produced from this hill station is famous in the world of spices because of its unique quality and aroma.