Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach- 9 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

Muzhuppilangad Drive-in Beach is a 5.5 km long beach in the Kannur district of Kerala State in Southern India. This is the longest-drivable beach in India and one of the six best beaches for driving in the world according to BBC autos.

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Things to Do at Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

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The adventurous visitors engage in driving stunts in cars like drifting or wheeling on bikes here. You need to be careful though - if you get too close to the water, it may sink into the sand due to the waves. While driving is allowed in most of the stretches of the beach, swimming is possible only in limited areas, you should check and confirm the swimmable area with the authorities once you are there.

To reach the beach you will have to drive through an unpaved road through coconut groves. Out of the 5.5 km, you can drive the wider and firmer 4 km portion of the beach.

The beach is bordered by black rocks that protect it from the strong currents and waves of the Arabian Sea. These rocks are a habitat for the Blue Mussel and hundreds of birds flock here in various seasons.

Apart from the beach driving, the most mesmerising event is witnessing the sunset which turns everything in the area to a reddish-orange hue. Laying on the beach surrounded by the sounds of rushing water, and the slow breezes, and getting caressed by the lightly warm sun rays is an amazing feeling. During the daytime, it is usual to see fishermen in action here, together pushing the boats out to the sea for the day's catch. Many small shops on the beach offer snacks and ice creams.

Walk to Dharmadom Island

A few hundred meters from this beach, there is a small private island called Dharmadom Island which can be reached by walking through the shallow sea at low tide. The island is called ‘Pacha Thuruthu’ in Malayalam- meaning Green Island.

Muzhuppilangad Beach Festival

The Beach Festival happens in April every year combining entertainment and informative programs. The programs in the yesteryears include Helicopter trips, Pavilions of the Indian Space Research Organisation, health education by nearby Pariyaram Medical College, Amusement Parks, Auto Expo etc., The fest also promotes adventure sports like Paragliding.

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Best Time to Visit Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

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The beach is open throughout the year however the monsoon season from June to September can be dull due to the strong waves reaching the shores and the grey skies. October to May is the ideal time to visit when the beach is wider and the skies are sunnier. The popular Muzhuppiland Beach Festival is conducted in April.

Tips for Visiting Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

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  1. Watch out where you swim. Only some parts of the beach are safe to swim, ask locals.
  2. Do not attempt to walk to Dharmadom Island on your own. It is possible only at certain hours of the day and if you do not time it correctly, you can be stuck either on the island or washed away in high currents.
  3. Be wary of people performing stunts with their vehicles and do not try attempting one yourself. It is very dangerous to you and the people around you.

Interesting Facts and Trivias About Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

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  1. Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach is the longest drive-in beach in India and one of the best in the world.
  2. The beach festival is celebrated in April and it is one of the important tourist attractions in the district of Kannur.
  3. More than thirty species of migratory birds visit here in the winter.

How Much Time Did Visitors Spend at Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

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It is worth staying at Muzhuppilangad Drive-in Beach for 2 to 3 hours taking baths, driving through the beach and enjoying the sunset.

How to Reach Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

There are plenty of buses from the nearby Kannur (14 km) and Thalassery (12 km) if you are planning to come by public transportation. These two towns house the nearby major railway stations as well. It will be very easy to locate the beach as it is one of the most popular and frequented tourist spots in the district.

Entrance Fee of Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

There is no entry fee for pedestrians but if you want to bring a vehicle inside the beach, it is chargeable. For cars its INR40 and motorbikes it is INR20.

Opening Hours of Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

The beach is open daily 24 hours but as with any beach, be careful what you do after the sunlight goes out.

Attractions Near Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

Dharmadom Island

Dharmadom Island

3.4km from Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

An island that can be accessed on foot during low tides.

Thalassery Fort

Thalassery Fort

7.56km from Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

Thalassery Fort (also known as Tellicherry Fort) is a 17th-century fort in Thalassery town of Kannur District of Kerala State in Southern India. The fort was a stronghold of the British during their occupation of India and it lies on a low wooden hill running down to the sea, protected by waters.

Arakkal Kettu Museum

Arakkal Kettu Museum

9.55km from Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

Arakkal Museum (also known as Arakkal Kettu/ Arakkal Palace) was the residence of the former Arakkal Ali Rajas, the only Muslim royal family of Kerala. The museum is located in Ayikkara Mapila Bay, about three kilometres from Kannur Town of Kerala State in Southern India. The museum now displays numerous artefacts and ornaments belonging to the Rajas and it is protected by Archeological and Tourism Departments.

St. Angelo Fort Kannur

St. Angelo Fort Kannur

9.7km from Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

St. Angelo Fort (also known as Kannur Kotta or Kannur Fort) is one of the most important seashore forts of Kerala. It is situated at the side of Ayikkara Mapila Bay on a cliff protruding into the Arabian Sea about three kilometres from the town of Kannur. The fort is one of the earliest structures of the Portuguese on the Malabar Coast.

Payyambalam Beach

Payyambalam Beach

12.66km from Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

One of the five beaches that are collectively known as "Kannur beach". Being right near to Kannur City, the beach is a popular spot. In addition to the beach, the area has monuments that commemorate the lives of political leaders who belonged to Kannur.

Mahe Lighthouse

Mahe Lighthouse

14.52km from Muzhappilangad Drive in Beach

Mahe Lighthouse is a lighthouse situated on the south side of the entrance of the Mayyazhi river in Mahe, Puducherry. It was established in the year 1893. There is a project by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships to upgrade the lighthouse.

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