Kannur - Beaches and Backwaters
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With the Lakshadweep sea in the west, the Western Ghats in the east, and the
Kozhikode and Wayanad districts in the south, Kannur is bounded by a wealth of
natural beauty. The district itself, which shares much of this natural
splendour, has been a key contributor to the cultural, religious, political and
industrial heritage of the state. In addition, Kannur also enjoys the credit of
having been the cradle of many a colourful folk art and folk music. Some of the
popular beaches here are: 

Dharmadam Island (Beach)
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The small 5 acre island covered with coconut palms and green bushes is a
beautiful sight from the beach. Permission is required to enter this privately
owned island (100 metres away from the mainland at Dharmadam)

Kizhunna Ezhara (Beach)
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This beautiful stretch of sand is one of the most secluded beaches in Kerala
(11 km from Kannur). 

Payyambalam (Beach)
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The long, secluded beach is a local picnic spot (2 km from Kannur) 

Ezhimala (Beach)
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The beautiful beach here has a hillock nearby (286 M high). A Naval Academy is
being developed here. 


