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| Malappuram |
Malappuram (literally, a land a tops hills) is situated 50 kms south-east of Kozhikode, bounded by the Nilgiri Hills in the east, the Arabian sea in the west and Thrissur and Palakkad districts in the south. Malappuram is enriched by three great rivers flowing through it - the Chaliyar, the Kadalundi and the Bharathappuzha. |
Malappuram has a rich and eventful history. It was the military headquarters of the Zamorins of Kozhikode since ancient times. This district was the venue for many of the Mappila revolts (uprisings against the British East India Company in Kerala) between 1792 and 1921. It was a famous centre for Hindu - Vedic learning and Islamic philosophy and a place of cultural heritage. |
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: 3220 Sq.Km.
: 36,29,640
: Ernad, Nilambur, Perinthalmanna, Thirur, Thiroorangadi, Ponnani
: Ponnani, Izhuvathiruthi, Edappal, Vattamkulam, Kaladi,, Thavannoor, Maranjeri, Veliyamkodu, Perumbadppu, Alangodu, Nnnamukku, Thiroor, Thalakkadu, Thuprangodu, Mangalam, Vettam, Purathoor, Thirunavaya, Ananthavoor, Thrukkandiyoor, Thanaloor, Thanoor, Ozhoor, Ponmundam, Cheriyamundam, Valavnoor, Kalpaknjeri, Perumanna, niramaruthoor, Pariyapuram, Kottaykal, Ponmala, Athavanadu, Valanjeri, Edayoor, Erumbiliyam, Melmuri, Kurumbaathoor, Marakkara, Kuttippuram, Naduvattam, Parappangadi, Thiroorangadi, Vallikkunnu, Ariyalloor, Thenjippalam, Moonniyoor, Pallikkal, Chelembra, Neduva, Oorakam, Thennala, Vengara, Othukkungal, Kannamangalam, A. R. Nagaram, Parappur, Peruvalloor, Nnnambra, Perindalmanna, Pathakkara, Melaatoor, Arakkuparambu, Thazhekkadu, Keezhattoor, Nenmini, Vettathoor, Karyavattam, Edappatta, Elamkulam, Alipparambu, Vadakangara, Mangada, Kondoor, Pulamandol, Kuruvambalam, Kuttilangadi, Moorkkanadu, Kuruva, Puzhakkattiri, Manjeri, Payyanadu, Narukara, Thrukkangodu, Karakkunnu, Edavanna, Perakamanna, Elangoor, Areekkodu, Pandikkadu, Chembrasseri, Malappuram, Melmuri, Pookkottoor, Anakkayam, Pandhalloor, Nediyirippu, Moreyoor, Panakkadu, Cheekkodu, Muthuvalloor, Cherukavu, Vazhayoor, Vettilappara, Chekkodu, Karulayi, Akambadam, Vazhikkadavu, Kurimbalamgadu, Kerala estate, Amarambalam, Nilamboor, Edakkara, Chungathara, Karuvarkkundu, Mmbadu, Pullippadam, Poroor, Thuvvoor, Vandoor, Vellayoor, Kaalikavu, Thiruvaali,
: Nilamboor, Kondootti, Vandoor, Arikkodu, Malappuram, Perindalmanna, Mangada, Kuttippuram, Vengara, Thiroorangadi, Thanoor, Thiroor, Ponnani, Perumbadappu.
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Kadalundi Nagaram
Kadalundi Nagaram is situated in the north western border of Malappuram district, where the Kadalundi river flows into the Arabian sea. It is 10 km north of Parappanangadi. The nearest railway station is at Vallikkunnu. Kadalundi Nagaram is seasonal abode of migratory birds, which flock in on the vast stretch of water during February - April Pooram festival in the Niramkitha Kotta Bhagavati temple near Vallikunnu, lasts for a week, attracting thousands.
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Kondotty
The growing town of Kondotty near the Calicut airport, is famous for the Nercha in the Pazhayangadi Mosque. It is the birth place of the great Mappila Poet, Moyiain kutty Vaidyar. he popularised Mappilapatt by his poems on non religious and romantic themes. A memorial for the poet is proposed to be built in Kondotty.
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Kottakkal(Centre of Ayurveda)
Kottakkal is a world renowned centre of Ayurveda. The Arya Vaidya Sala, established by P.S. Warrier the well known physician and social reformer is here. People from different parts of the world come for treatment. Art and culture also flourish in Kottakkal with the patronage of Arya Vaidya Sala.
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Kottapadi
At the floor of the Cantonment Hill is the maiden called Kottappadi ("fort gate"), though today there are only traces of the old fort built by the British to protect Malappuram from the accession of Malabar by Mysore.
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Malappuram
Malappuram is the head quarter of the district. It is 26 kms. South east from Calicut Airport and 28 Kms. north east from Tirur railway station. It was a military head quarters from ancient times The Zamorins of Kozhikode had their sway over this place and they stationed a part of their militia here. Para Nambi the chieftain of the Zamorin, ruled with head quarters at Kottappady in Malappuram. Malappuram Nercha, celebrated in summer, is in memory of martyrs who fought the atrocities of the militia.
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Manjeri
Twelve Kms. north east of Malappuram town, Manjeri is the head quarters of Ernad Taluk. It was a live centre of the National Movement. Manjeri Kovilakam was the seat of the ruling families under the Zamourins. The District Hospital and the District Court are at Manjeri . Some district offices like the District Medical Office, PWD Roads Division, Local Works division etc. are also functioning in this town. Anakkayam 2 Kms. from Manjeri was an important center in the 1921 mass upsurge. Anti British revolts took place from 1790 itself, in and around Manjeri.
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Nilambur(Forest area)
Nilambur is famous for its teak plantations. The oldest teak plantation of the world, the Conolly's Plot is just 2 Kms. from Nilambur town. The plot was named in memory of H.V. Conolly, the then Malabar District Collector, who was instrumental in raising the teak plantation in the entire Nilambur area. Sir Chathu Menon, a forest officer under Conolly, took up the hectic task of planting Teak. Chathu Menon was laid to rest in the Teak garden in Conolly's Plot. The oldest Teak Kannimari in the plot is a rare attraction. This plot of 2.31 Hectares, is beside the Chaliyar river at Aruvakode, where a country boat ferry is ready for visitors.
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Perinthalmanna
Twenty kms, south east of Malappuram, this town is the head quarters of Perinthalmanna Taluk. Thirumandhamkunnu temple and Tali temple in Angadipuram, 2 kms. from Perinthalmanna, Kozhikode road, is famous for its Muslim educational complex and Yathimkhana. The Mankada kovilakam, 8 km away in Manjeri Road, was the seat of the ruling family, under old Valluvanad Kingdom.
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Perumpadappu
Boarding Thrissur district, Perumpadappu was the seat of Cochin princes known as Perumpadappu Swarupam. It is now the headquarters of Prumpadappu Block. Puthenpalli mosque and jaram attract devotees, Perumpadappu is about 15 kms. form Ponnani. Veliyancode near Perumpadappu in the coastal line, is an important Islamic centre from ancient times, The religious leader Umar Quasi (1757-1852) was also a social reformer.
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Ponnani
Ponnani is the only port in Malappuram district and one of the oldest ones in Kerala. A tidal port at the mouth of Bharathapuzha, Ponnani is an important fishing centre. Ponnani is connected by road from Kuttipuram railway station. National Highway 17 passes through this town, which is divided by the Canolly Canal, adding to its beauty. Ponnani is a town of mosques and Khabaristans. Though described as a place 231/2 mosques, there are nearly 50 mosques.
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Tanur
The coastal town Tanur, was one of the earliest Portuguese settlements. It is believed that St. Francis Xavier visited this place is 1546. situated 8 km from Tirur, it is an important fishing centre. Mangalore-Madras railway line passes through this town. The Keraladheeswarapuram temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, which is one among the oldest temples of Kerala, is 3 Km south of Tanur town. Keraladheeswarapuram is also a weavers settlement.
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Teak Museum
Four Kms. away from Nilambur on the side of Nilambur-Gudallur road, is world's first Teak Museum and sub centre of Kerala Forest Research Institute. In the Teak Museum, a visitor can have at hand information on all aspects of teak. The Museum, arranged in a two storied building, exhibits articles and details of historic, aesthetic and scientific value. Eighteen Kms. away from Nilambur is Nedumkayam where the rain forests flourish. From the wooden rest house built by the Britishers, elephants and deers can be viewed .
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Thirunavaya
The land of ancient Mamankom, Thirunavaya is 7 kms south of Tirur. Situated on the banks of Bharathapuzha, it is a place of historical importance. In olden days, Mamankam was a grand assembly of the rulers. held once in 12 years, in which one among them was selected as the emperor of Kerala. it was an enormous trade fair also. The Mamankam festival was celebrated for 28 days with great pomp and pageantry where traders from outside came in ships and barges to Thirunavaya through Ponnani port. Thus the economical importance of Mamankam was high and hence the right to conduct and control it was important.
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Tirur
Tirur is one of the important business centres of Malappuram district. It is 41 Kms. south of Kozhikode, on the Mangalore-Madras railway line. Thunjan Paramba in Trikkandiyur, 3 km away from Tirur railway station, is sacred for all who speak Malayalam. This is the birth place of Thunjuath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan of the 16 th century AD, honoured as the Father of Malayalam literature. Important works of Ezhuthachan, Adhyatma Ramayanam and Harinamakeerthanam are widely recited in Kerala homes.
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Tirurangadi
Tirurangadi was an important centre of the Khilaphat movement, the National movement and the Malabar Rebellion. It was the Tirurangadi incident on 20th August 1921, that ignited the outbreak of Mappila Rebellion. Mampuram Kizhakkepalli was the seat of Khilaphet leader, Ali Musliar and a centre of religious education.
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Places to Visit |
Thiruvananthapuram |
Aakulam Tourist Complex, Agasthayarkoodam, Anjengo Fort, Ammachiplavu, Ananthapuri, Beemapalli, Kanyakumari, Kerala State Science and Technology Museum, Kovalam Beach, Maruthwamala, Napier Museum, Neyyar, Padmanabhapuram Palace, Priyadarshini Planetarium, Puthen Malika, Shankhumugham Beach, Sree Chithra Art Gallery, Sree Chithra Enclave, Sree Padmanabha Swamy Temple, Sucheendram temple, The Zoo and Museum Complex, Thriparappu waterfalls, Varkala, Vattakkotta, Veli, Vivekanandappara, Vyloppilly Sanskrithi Bhavan, |
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Pathanamthitta |
Aranmula boat race, Ashtamudi Backwaters, Kakki Reservoir, Kaviyoor, Konni, Mannadi, Maramon, Perumthenaruvi Falls, Sabarimala, Thiruvalla, Vastu Vidya Gurukulam, Vijnana Kala vedi Cultural Centre, |
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Alappuzha |
Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple, Bhagavathi Temple, Chakkulathukavu Bhagavathi Temple, Chavara Bhavan, Karumadi Kuttan, Krishnapuram Palace Museum, Kuttanad, Mannarassala Snake Temple, Pathiramanal Island, R Block,, St George Orthodox Syrian Church, St Mary's Church, Champakulam, Subrahmanya Temple. |
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Idukki |
Blossom international Park, Cheriyapalli, CSl Church (St George's Church), Devikulam Lake, Eagle Rock or Parunthumpara, Idukki Arch Dam, Kalvary Mount, Kolukkumalai, Kundala, Kurisumala Ashram, Kurisumala, Malanadu Development Society (MDS), Mampara Grasslands, Mangaladevi Temple, Marayoor, Mattupetty, Mount Carmel Church, Munnar, Murugan Para, Nelliyampathy, Orange and Vegetable Farm,Panchalimedu, Peermede, Pine Forests, Pothundy, Rajamalai, Seetharkundu,Summer Palace, Tea Museum, Thekkady, Thommankuthu, Thrisangu Hills, Top Station, Vagamon, Viewpoints, Waterfalls of Munnar, |
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Kottayam |
Ayyampara hills, Cheriyapalli, Erumely, Ganapathiyar Kovil, Good Shepherd Church, Ilaveezhapoonchira, Kanjirapally, Kayyoor Temple, Krishnapuram Palace Museum, Malanadu Development Society (MDS), Pala, Poonjar Palace, Shrine of our Lady of immaculate Conception, St Dominic's Cathedral, St George Church, St Mary's Church, St Mary's Church Bharananganam, St Mary's Forane Church, St Thomas Benedictine Abbey, Thirunakkara Temple, Vagamon, Valiyapalli, Kumarakom, Driftwood Museum, Bird Sanctuary, Midlands. |
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Ernakulam |
Antique Shops in Jew Street, Bhoothathankettu, Bishop's House/indo-Portuguese Museum, Broadway, Cherai Beach, Chottanikkara Temple, Clock tower, Dutch Cemetery, Fort Kochi Beach, Hill Palace Museum, Kerala Lalitha Kala Akademi, Kochi, Kumbalangi, M.G.Road, Marine Drive, Maritime Museum, Museum of Kerala History, Pardesi Synagogue, Santa Cruz Basilica, Shiva Temple, SNC Maritime Museum, Spice Market, St Francis Church, Thirumala Devaswom Temple, Willingdon Island, Chendamangalam. |
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Thrissur |
Athirappally and Vazhachal water falls, Ayyappa and Edathedathu Kavil Bhagavathy, Basilica of Our Lady of Dolores, Cheraman Perumal Juma Masjid, Cheruthuruthy, The land of Arts, Guruvayur, Irinjalakkuda, The land of Bharatha, Juma Masjid,Kodungallur, Koodalmanik, Yam Temple, Irinjalakuda, Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple, Lourdes Cathedral,Mar Thoma Pontifical Shrine, Martha Mariyam Chaldean Church, Palayur Church,Punnathoor Kotta, Sakthan Thampuran Palace, Shiva Temple,Sree Rama Temple, Thriprayar,The Cheraman Perumal who embraced Islam, The State Museum and Zoo,The Swaraj Roudn the heart of Thrissur,Vadakkumnathan Temple, |
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Malappuram |
Kadalundi Nagaram, Kondotty, Kottakkal(Centre of Ayurveda), Kottapadi, Malappuram, Manjeri, Nilambur(Forest area), Perinthalmanna, Perumpadappu, Ponnani, Tanur, Teak Museum,Tirur,Tirurangadi, |
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Kozhikode |
Beypore and its ‘Urus’, Beach Road, CSI Church, Kallai, Lokanarkavu of Vadakkanpattu, Mananchira Square, Mishkal Mosque, Mother of God Cathedral, Muchundipalli, Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery, Planetarium and Science Centre, Tali Temple,Valayanadu Devi Kshetram, |
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Wayanad |
Mananthavady, Brahamagiri, Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves,Jain Temple, Karalad Lake, Kerala Kalamandalam, Kuruva Dweep, Lakkidi's Chain Tree, Mahe, Meenmutty Falls,Muthanga,The jungle of secrets, Pakshipathalam,Pazhassi Museum,Pookot Lake,River Nila,Soochipara and Kanthampara Falls, The tree of Karimthandan,Thirunelly Temple,Thrissiteri Temple,Wayanad Heritage Museum, |
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Kannur |
Alluring Beaches, Cheruvathur Kota Palli, Delightful Backwaters, Ezhimalai, Fort St Angelo,Kanhirode weaving Co-operative, Kerala Folklore Academy, Kottiyoor Shiva Temple, Mahalingeshwara Temple, Nileswaram, Parassini Kadavu Temple, Payyambalam Beach,Rajarajeshwara Temple,Thalassery,The tree of Karimthandan,Ummichipoyil and Varikulam,Valiyaparamba Backwaters, |
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Kasargode |
Anandashram, Ananthapura Temple, Bekal Fort, Chandragiri Fort, Kanhangad Hosdurg Fort,Kanwatheertha Beach, Kappil Beach, Kodagu, Kottanchery, Malik Ibn Dinar Mosque, Possadi Gumpe, Ranipuram. |
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