1980 - District Handbook of Kerala - Cannanore

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Title
en 1980 - District Handbook of Kerala - Cannanore
Date published
1980
Number of pages
46
Topics
en District Handbook of Kerala
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Language
en
Publisher
en Department of Public Relations, Govt. of Kerala
Printer
en Govt. Press, Thiruvananthapuram
Item location
P. Govinda Pillai Reference Library, Thiruvananthapuram
Date digitized
2026 April 19
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Thiruvananthapuram Centre
Dimension
20 × 14.5 cm (height × width)
Abstract
The document District Handbooks of Kerala Cannanore, is an official reference guide published by the Directorate of Public Relations in 1980. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Cannanore (now Kannur) district, capturing its socio-economic, historical, and geographical profile during the late 20th century. The handbook serves as a vital record of Cannanore district, tracing its evolution from an ancient commercial hub to a modern administrative unit of Kerala. It begins with a historical survey, highlighting the region's importance in maritime trade and the influence of various dynasties, such as the Kolathiris, and the later colonial impact of the Portuguese, Dutch, and British. Geographically, the document details the district’s diverse topography, ranging from the sandy coastal belts to the hilly Western Ghats, and explains how the humid tropical climate and heavy monsoon rainfall shape the local lifestyle and economy.
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