Kottakkal
town in India
Kottakkal is in Malappuram District, in the Malabar region, in Kerala, India.
Understand
editKottakkal became famous because the world famous Herbal Medicine Research Centre known as 'Arya Vaidya Shala' is situated here. This hospital is frequented by heads of states and business barons of many countries.
Get in
editBuses are available from Kozhikode, Malappuram and Palakkad
Get around
editAutorickshaws and mini buses are the cheapest options. Taxis are available at very reasonable rates.
See
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- Mambaram Dargah, Tirurangadi. Ancient tomb with many mosques with a little bridge to cross the river.
- Kunhali Marakkar Memorial. This memorial was erected by the Indian Navy to commemorate the resistance of the Kunhali Marakkars to foreign invasion of Malabar in the 16th century.
Do
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editEat
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There are many Kerala style restaurants.
- Sri Krishna Restaurant, Kottappadi, ☏ +91 989-5400013. 7.00 to 8.00.
- Taste of Malabar, Poovanchina, Randathani (7 km). Known for Rahul Gandhi's visit in 2015.
- V.H. Avilmilk Bakery, Opp.Neha Hospital, Chenguvetty, Kottakkal. (1 km), ☏ +91 483-2740657. Famous for Avil Milk drink made of dry fruits, beaten rice and ice cream. Rs.37.00 for a cup.
- MUTHABBAQ Restaurant, Chettippuramadu, Vengara. Arabian style egg parottas. Fine Samosas and Banana Muthabaqs are also available.
Sleep
edit- A M Tourist Home, Malappuram Road, Kottakkal, ☏ +91 483-2742231.
- Grand Malabar Residency Hotel, Near Arya Vaidya Shala, ☏ +91 483-2743269, +91 974-4847293.
- Ruby Residency, Main Road, Kottakkal, ☏ +91 483-2742174, +91 984-6544789.
- Rydges Inn, Changuvetty, ☏ +91 483-2747433, +91 928-7222272.
- Thrayambakam Tourist Home, Kottappadi, Kottakkal, ☏ +91 483-2743078, +91 996-1780697.
- Virad Hotel, National Highway, ☏ +91 483-2742459, +91 483-2744734.
- Bimbis Tourist Home, Parappanangadi, ☏ +91 984-7608947.
Connect
editGo next
edit- Kozhikode
- Malampuzha Gardens.