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Malappuram Travel Guide
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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