Ezhimala
Nestled atop a cluster of hills at an altitude of 286m is situated Ezhimala, 55 kms from Kannur. The beautiful beach in Ezhimala and the nearby hillock is a major tourist attraction. The Ezhimala beaches are also known for its rare view of Dolphin jumping. Carved stone pillars, an ancient burial chamber and an ancient cave can be seen at the foot of the hills. The hills are noted for rare medicinal herbs used for Ayurvedic formulations. Further uphill is an ancient Mosque. The combination of high hills and sandy beaches, make Ezhimala a beautiful picnic spot.

Apart from its beautiful beaches and hillock, Ezhimala, the capital of the ancient Mooshika kings, is considered to be an ancient historical site. This was the head quarters of the Ezhimala Radii during the Sang period. In Sang literatures, this area is referred to as "ezhil malai" which means high hillock. It is believed that in the later years ezhilmalai reduced to ezhimala. This region is also known as "Elimala", "Mooshika Sailam", "Sapta Sailam","Mount Eli" and "Mount the Eli" in the history.

The Lighthouse here remained a tourist attraction until this area was acquired by the Government of India for the development of Naval Academy.

A flourishing seaport and centre of trade in ancient Kerala, Ezhimala was one of the major battlefields of the Chola-Chera war of the 11th century.

Guru Freddy's Ashramam was another attraction of Ezhimala till 1983. Guru Freddy, the Belgium -born, who is known, as the "white Malayalee" is a follower of Sree Narayana Guru. He established his Ashram at Ezhimala as per the advice of Nataraja Guru. The naval authorities acquired the Ashram in 1983. It is believed that Lord Budha had visited Ezhimala.