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Thalasserry has a unique place in Kerala's history and has an equally interesting evolution of culture, religion and tradition. Thalasserry, which is now part of present day Kannur, a northern district of Kerala, before the country's independence had its social, political and cultural life shaped up by the local rulers, foreign trade links as well imperial powers like the Portuguese and the British

In Kerala, perhaps no other place can boast of having several unique aspects attached to a region like that of Thalasserry. The place has to its credit many firsts in its socio-cultural life and it would be interesting to explore some of them.

The sporting side of Thalasserry, cricket and Thalasserry has a relationship, which eventually resulted in the popularity of this game in other parts of Kerala. Introduced by the British, the family of the Moosas in Thalasserry also patronized the same. In the process, the family house of the Moosas called 'Bangla' have had the opportunity to play host to some of the cricketing heroes of the country like Mohammed Azharudin, Krishnamachari Sreekanth and Anil Kumble.

Thalasserry and fashion may sound a bit odd to those from Kochi and other towns of Kerala. But, if one wants to keep tab of the latest in fashion, step into Logan's Street in Thalasserry. Named after the European, Mr. Logan, who wrote the Malabar Manual, the street is abuzz with youngsters, who scan shops selling the latest clothing, especially men's wear. Logan's Street has a phenomenal number of shops and the number is increasing by the day.

In the world of sweets and confectionaries Thalasserry owes a lot to Mampally Bakers. More than 120 years of experience in dealing with bakery products has made Mampally Bakers the de facto pioneers in Kerala. It all began with Mampally Royal Biscuits Factory and the encounter of Mr. Mampally Bappu with the Briton Mr. Brown.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thalassery

Nearest airport: Kairpur International Airport,Kozhikode, about 93 km away

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