Top 10 Reading Libraries To Visit In Kozhikode
Beautifully said by Mari Burnes, “Libraries are sacred time machines where knowledge flows and magic is eternal.”
A library is not merely a collection of books, journals or magazines in a four-room wall. The services now aren’t just limited to physical forms, but digital resources are easily accessible on electronic media. Though Google brings 100000 answers within a millisecond, but to access the one correct answer one must refer to that book in the library.
Top 10 Reading Libraries To Visit In Kozhikode
First library you must visit in Kozhikode
Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Considered to be one of best not only in Kozhikode but also all over India. And addition to print materials, the library offers thousands of electronic books, journals, magazines, videos, cases, newspapers and many more. It offers more than 35000 print books and 2lac e-books along with many databases.
- Address: IIM Rd, Kerala 673570
- Working Hours: Open 24 hours
- Phone: 0495 280 9139
Second library you must visit in Kozhikode
National Institute Technology Calicut Central Library
One of the largest technical libraries in India is the Central Library of NITC. It hosts a collection of more than 100,000 books. It is regulated well under the college norms. The library is well equipped with air conditioners and digital library ‘Nalanda’ is simply wow! Nalanda offers around 17,000 journals, proceedings, databases, electronic theses, dissertations and online courses.
- Address: Rajpath NITC, Kattangal, Kerala 673601
- Working hour: Monday to Friday 8 A.M. to 11 P.M. and Saturday 9 A.M. to 11 P.M.
- Phone: 0495 228 6053
Third library you must visit in Kozhikode
Kozhikode Public Library and Research Centre
Considered to be one of the oldest and biggest libraries in Calicut, the building represents the old style architecture. The huge collection of books gather the masses. A lot of space is being allotted for the purpose of reference and reading. The monthly subscription is for just Rs 30/.
- Address- Mananchira Road, Palayam, Kozhikode, Kerala
- Working hours: Monday to Saturday 10 A.M. – 8 P.M.
- Phone: 0495 272 1253
Fourth library you must visit in Kozhikode
Desaposhini Public Library
Here comes another place of treasure. Established in 1937 with 438 books now, currently is the home for more than 49000 books. With the advancement of technology, this library is India’s first library to loan E-Readers to its members. On the reader’s request, the library is hosting books on IAS preparation, self-motivation, career advancement.
- Address: Near Ganga Saloon, SK Pottakad Rd, Kuthiravattom, Kozhikode, Kerala 673016
- Working hour: Monday to Sunday — 9 A.M.- 8 P.M.
- Phone: 0495 274 1578
Fifth library you must visit in Kozhikode
Chavara Public Library
The next library we have is Chavara Public Library. It’s not a huge library with a lot of stuff. It’s a decent library with a lot of periodicals. It is a brilliant place for self-study. Students can bring their own books and study here without any interruption.
With a minimal membership fee, it is possible to take out books and also partake in the events of the Chavara Cultural Centre. With the yearly membership fee of Rs 1000/, members can take the books home and even can participate in the events of the Chavara Cultural Centre.
- Address: PT Usha Rd, Amalapuri, Vellayil, Kozhikode, Kerala 673001
- Working hours: Monday to Saturday — 9:30 A.M.- 6 P.M.
- Phone: 0495 276 9021
Sixth library you must visit in Kozhikode
Kozhikode District Library Council Book Bank
Adding another public library of Kozhikode to the list. A nostalgic place which provides an environment for ambience. Though it is not attracted by masses, this place automatically provides with silence around.
- Address: Wayanad Rd, Kiliyanadu, East Nadakkave, Kozhikode, Kerala 673011
- Working Hours: Monday to Saturday – 9 A.M.- 8 P.M.
- Phone: 0495 276 0984
Seventh library you must visit in Kozhikode
S.K. Pottekkat Cultural Centre
One of the most famous centres in Kerala is S.K. Pottekkat Cultural Centre, named after eminent Malayalam writer S.K. Pottekkat from Kerala state. It provides a number of publications, books, manuscripts, especially from S.K. Pottekkat. The centre provide has a great museum along with an art gallery.
- Address: S K Pottekkatt Rd, Near Water Tank, Puthiyara, Kozhikode, Kerala 673004
- Working Hours: Monday to Saturday–9A.M.-1P.M.,4-7P.M.
- Phone: 0495 274 1252
Eighth library you must visit in Kozhikode
Aikya Kerala Reading Room and Library
It was established in the year 1934 under the guidance of many freedom fighters, patriots and reputed people. Initially, it was a small rented house, but now it has its own building and with good facilities. It host a collection of more than 12000 books.
- Address: BG Rd, Chakkorathukulam, Kozhikode, Kerala 673011
- Working Hours: Monday to Saturday–9 AM – 1 PM & 3 PM – 8 PM
- Phone: 094467 82324
Ninth library you must visit in Kozhikode
Kunduparamba Library & Reading Room
Another very old library in Calicut. Established in the year 1931, it is the home of around 14000 books. The atmosphere here is quiet and calm. The library offers a facility of teaching music, painting, instrumental music to its members.
- Address: Edakkad CVN Kalari, KP Shekaran Road, Kunduparampa, Kozhikode, Kerala 673005
- Working Hours: Monday to Saturday 10A.M.-7.30P.M
Tenth library you must visit in Kozhikode
Panniyankara Library
This library is named after the city Panniyankara present in Calicut. Established in the year 1934, it’s quite old in terms of structure. It’s a quite small library not only in its size but also in terms of a collection of books. Hence, it doesn’t gather a huge crowd.
- Address: Main Road, Kallai, Kozhikode, Kerala 673003
- Working Hours: Monday to Sunday 7A.M.-10P.M.
- Phone: 0495 232 1458
