Ezhimala

Ezhimala , the capital of the ancient Mooshika kings , is considered to be an ancient historical site. It is a conspicuous, isolated cluster of hills, forming a promontory, 38  km north of Kannur town. A flourishing sea port and centre of trade in ancient Kerala, it was one of the major battle fields of the Chola - Chera war of the 11 th century. It is believed that Lord Buddha had visited Ezhimala. An old mosque , believed to contain the mortal remains of Shaikh Abdul Latif , a Muslim reformist, is also located here. The hill is noted for rare medicinal herbs . There is an old tower of great antiquity here, the Mount Deli Light House. It is maintained by the Indian Navy and is a restricted area. The beach sand is of a different texture and the sea is bluer than in other areas. At Ettikulam bay , one can enjoy watching dolphins. Bordered by sea on three sides, Ezhimala is set to occupy a prominent place in the Naval history of the country, subsequent to the proposal for commissioning the Naval Academy there.