Malappuram
(literally, a land atop hills) is situated 50 km south east of
Kozhikode. Bounded by the Nilgiri hills on the east, the Arabian sea on
the west and Thrissur and Palakkad districts on the south, Malappuram is
enriched by three great rivers flowing through it - the Chaliyar, the
Kadalundi and the Bharathapuzha. It was a famous centre for Hindu-Vedic
learning and Islamic philosophy.
Pookottur
near Malappuram, has a place in history, where the Mopla warriors faught
the British with their traditional weapons and were killed in cold
blood, during the Malabar Rebellion. Panakkad, 6 km from Malappuram in
Malappuram - Parappanangadi road, is an important spiritual centre for
the Muslims of Kerala. 10 km away from Malappuram, between Anakkayam and
Mankada, is Poonkudi Mana, famous for the traditional method of
treatment of mental illness. Seminars on modern treatment and
traditional styles are conducted here. Poonkudi Thalapoli is a Hindu
religious festival of this mania.
This district was the venue
for many of the Mappila revolts between 1792 and 1921. The hill country
has also contributed much to the cultural heritage of Kerala. It was a
famous centre for Hindu-Vedic learning and Islamic philosophy. The
temples and the mosques of this district are well-known for their
spectacular festivals. Along with historic monuments and diverse natural
attractions, a range of cultural and ritual art forms add to its value
as a destination worth visiting.
Attractions
- Thirunavaya
(8 km south of Tirur) Situated on the
bank of the Bharathapuzha, this is a place of great historical
importance.
- Thali temple
Perinthalmanna The temple is located
about 3 km west of Angadipuram on the way to Malappuram from
Perinthalmanna
- Tirur
The birth place of Thunchath Ezuthachan, the
father of the Malayalam language, now called Thunchan Parambu, is in
Tirur.
- Trikandiyur Shiva Temple
The idol at this ancient
temple is said to have been installed by Parasurama, the legendary
creator of Kerala. The temple is located near the town of Tirur and
attracts devotees from far and wide.
- Vallikunnu Beach
A beach resort set in the middle of
a coconut grove is the main attraction here. The Kadalundi Bird
Sanctuary is just a short distance away.
- Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary
(19 km from Kozhikode and 7
km from Beypore port) The sanctuary is spread over a cluster of
islands in a scenic area surrounded by hillocks where the
Kadalundipuzha river flows into the Arabian sea.
How to reach
- Air
Nearest main railway station: Kozhikode.
- Rail
Nearest main railway station: Kozhikode. Other
railway stations Tirur. Ph: 422240. Kuttippuram. Ph: 608324.
Nilambur. Ph: 220237. Angadipuram. Ph: 327343.
- Road
Malappuram is well connected to all the major
towns in Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu by an excellent road
network. Bus Stations KSRTC, Malappuram. Ph 734950. KSRTC,
Perinthalmanna. Ph 327342. KSRTC, Ponnai. Ph 666396. Municipal Bus
Terminal, Manjeri. Municipal Bus Stand, Tirur.
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