Muchukunnu is a small village five kilometers away from
Koyilandy on the
Malabar Coast of south-western
India.
Kelappaji (Kerala Gandhi) was born here. A traditional art is the creation of clay pots, which clay workers practice in their houses. A tile factory and training institute for clay workers is also established in Muchukunnu. Akalappuzha and 'Thuruthi'(island) are noted tourist attractions of this village. Kottayail Siva Kshethram (Temple) also attracts many tourists. World famous Koyilandy
hookahs (Arabic hookka) are also made here, with coconut shell and Chinese clay.