Beypore Port

Beypore Port is a historic intermediate port located at the mouth of the Chaliyar River in Beypore, Kozhikode district, Kerala. Situated about 11 km south of Kozhikode city where the river meets the Arabian Sea, it is renowned as a 1,500-year-old shipbuilding centre for traditional wooden dhows called Urus. The port combines a working fishing harbour, cargo operations and tourism, noted for its 1 km stone pier (Pulimuttu) and maritime heritage.

Visitors can expect a working port environment at the Chaliyar estuary where the river meets the Arabian Sea. The main attractions are the traditional Uru (dhow) shipbuilding yards where craftsmen construct large wooden vessels by hand, the 1 km long stone pier (Pulimuttu) extending into the sea for walking and sunset views, fishing harbour with boats and nets, and views of the estuary and coastline. The area includes port infrastructure, small shops and open waterfront spaces.

Beypore has been a prominent port since ancient times, with maritime trade links to the Middle East, China and Europe dating back over 1,500 years. It was a major centre for Arab traders and later used by Tipu Sultan for naval development. The port is historically famous for building Urus, traditional Arabian trading vessels made by the Khalasi community using teak wood without modern blueprints, a craft passed down through generations.

The port is culturally significant for its living tradition of Uru shipbuilding by the Khalasi craftsmen, representing Kerala's maritime heritage and woodworking skills. The Chaliyar River and port area remain central to the local fishing community's livelihood and festivals, reflecting the coastal culture of Malabar.