Kozhikode, India
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About Kozhikode, India
Kozhikode, formerly Calicut, is a major coastal city in northern Kerala with a rich trading history — it was where Vasco da Gama first landed in India in 1498. The city is known for its cuisine (particularly Malabar biryani), spice trade heritage, and beaches.
Time zone details
Kozhikode observes IST (Asia/Kolkata in the IANA database). The UTC offset and any daylight saving transitions are handled automatically by your browser's time zone library. If you're scheduling a meeting or call, use our time zone converter for an exact difference on a specific date.
Calling India from abroad
The international dialing code for India is +91. To call a phone number in Kozhikode, dial your country's international access code, then +91, then the local number (drop the leading zero if there is one).
Currency in India
The official currency is INR (₹). Exchange rates fluctuate daily — check a currency converter for the latest rate against your home currency before any transaction.
Languages spoken
Common languages include Malayalam, English.
Top places to visit in Kozhikode
- Kappad Beach — Historic beach where Vasco da Gama landed in 1498, opening the spice trade route.
- Mananchira Square — Lakefront square in the city center with sound-and-light fountains.
- Beypore Beach & Port — Old shipbuilding center famous for the wooden Uru sailing vessels.
Top local foods of Kozhikode
- Kozhikodan biryani — Distinctive Malabar biryani with khyma rice, fennel, and tender meat.
- Halwa — Iconic Kozhikodan sweet — translucent, ghee-laden, and sold in dozens of varieties on SM Street.
- Pathiri — Soft rice flour flatbread, eaten with spicy chicken or mutton curry.
Working with someone in Kozhikode
When scheduling a call or meeting with someone in Kozhikode, the time difference from your location is shown at the top of this page. For deeper coordination tips, see our guide on working across time zones and time zone etiquette for global meetings.