Attend Theyyam Ritual Performance
3 hours | Moderate | Held at local temples/kavus; free entry
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Things to do in Kannur
Kerala, IndiaChecked 17 July 2026
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Start with Attend Theyyam Ritual Performance, Drive on Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, St. Angelo Fort, Dharmadam Island. Then use the full Kannur guide to compare travel tips, reach details, and nearby stays.
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Drive on Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach
1 hour | Easy | Beach entry toll for cars
St. Angelo Fort
A massive sea-facing triangular stone fortress built by the first Portuguese Viceroy of India in 1505, offering scenic views of Mappila Bay. | 3 km
Dharmadam Island
A scenic, uninhabited private island covered in coconut palms, which can be reached by walking through the shallow sea during low tide. | 17 km
High-contrast Theyyam dancer makeup and costume
Photo spot listed in the Kannur destination record.
Stone bastions of St. Angelo Fort
Photo spot listed in the Kannur destination record.
Car driving along the shoreline at Muzhappilangad
Photo spot listed in the Kannur destination record.
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Witness a mesmerizing live Theyyam ritual performance, drive your vehicle right along the waves at Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach, and explore the historic St. Angelo Fort.
Travel tip
Theyyam rituals are sacred temple events, not commercial shows. Dress modestly, maintain silence, and respect local customs.
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