Malappuram-Kerala Tour and Travel Guide

Malappuram–Beauty of the Hilltop in Kerala

About Malappuram-Kerala Tour and Travel Guide

Engulfed by Nilgiris in the eastern direction as well as the Arabian Sea in the west, Malappuram is a well-known district in Kerala and is also called “ land on the hilltop." You can come here through Kerala tour packages. With very old monuments, natural vistas as well as splendid rivers, Malappuram is a fusion of history as well as heritage. A Place of Zamorins of Kozhikode as well as legendary poets, writers, and artists; the culture and traditions of this area are unparalleled. The region has religious significance for Hindus as well as Muslims. You can come here through the Kerala holiday trip package.

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As you make a trip to Malappuram, do not miss the ThirumandhamKunnu Pooram festival. This is a cultural marvel attended by multiple religious enthusiasts around Kerala. With multiple historical monuments, natural wonders, aesthetic forms of art as well as traditional cuisine, Malappuram is a good choice for the traveler. You come here through the Kerala culture trip package conducted by Hellovisit.

How to reach Malappuram?

By air:- You can alight at Calicut airport.

By road:- You can come by road from Calicut.

By rail:-You can get down at Malappuram railway station.

Things to do at Malappuram

The region is good for exploring natural beauty apart from visiting temples, mosques, etc.

Best time to visit Malappuram

Oct to Feb.

Places to Visit at Malappuram

Bharathapuzha River, Malappuram

Flowing along a 209 km stretch, the Bharathapuzha River is also known by the name River Nila. It is the second biggest river in Kerala and gives shelter to 11 reservoirs apart from Malampuzha dam which is the biggest. You can come here through the Kerala environment trip package. Several well-known Hindu temples like Thiruvilwamala Sree Rama Temple, Thirunavaya Nava Mukunda Temple, Chamravattam Ayyappa Temple as well as Panniyur Sri Varahamurthy temple are located on the bank of this river. This sacred river is said to grant salvation to those cremated on its banks. A ritual called "Pithru Tharpanam" is done on the Karkidaka Vavu day on the banks of this river. You can see the beauty of this historical river through Kerala trip packages.

Kadalundi bird sanctuary, Malappuram

This is a cluster of islands engulfed by mesmerizing hillocks. You find the bird watchers' paradise here by the name Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary. Situated in Kozhikode, the sanctuary welcomes visitors with the waters of the Kadalundi River. This virgin land comprises 60 migratory and native birds exceeding 100 in number. Wildlife enthusiasts as well as bird lovers come to this place to steal even the slightest bird movement in their cameras. The sanctuary is around 200 m above sea level. You can come here through the Kerala sanctuary trip package conducted by Hellovisit.

A paradise is also a place of serenity. Away from the crowd of the city, you can relax and watch playful birds. The inside flowing river fuses with the Arabian Sea at a point also referred to as Kadalundi Nagaram. This river has many species of fish, crabs as well as mussels. You can visit Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary in the months December-April and this time, the forest is like a green blanket. You can trace many birds during this period. You can come here through Kerala vacation trip packages.

Keraladeshpuram Temple, Malappuram

Built-in honor of Lord Vishnu, Keraladeshpuram Temple is located around 3 km from Tanur. The temple is among the oldest Hindu temples located in Kerala. It is said that St. Francis Xavier had a visit this temple in 1546 AD. The temple was later destroyed by Tippu Sultan. It was rebuilt in years. You can come here through the Kerala trip package.

Valiya Juma Masjid, Malappuram

One of the earliest mosques of Kerala, the Juma Masjid is a crucial pilgrimage site. It is located on the Kozhikode-Nilambur-Gudalur road. You can find some mausoleums of the Malappuram martyrs located near the Mosque. This place attracts a big crowd during the four-day annual festival held in the month of April each year. You can come here through Kerala vacation trip packages.

Nilambur Teak Museum, Malappuram

Built in 1994, Nilambur Teak Museum is the first teak museum in the country and one of its kind. You find a big collection of information via articles as well as comprehensive documents giving information about the historic as well as artistic value of the wood. You can come here through Kerala cultural tour package.

Kottakkunnu, Malappuram

Kottakkunnu is an exotic garden located on a hill. It is compared generally to the Marine Drive in Mumbai. Here you find the Water Park, an Adventure Park, an Art Gallery, 16D cinema, an Open Air Theatre as well as a Balloon Park. All these amusement spots make Kottakkunnu an exotic picnic spot. You can come here through Kerala tour packages.

Kadampuzha Bhagavathy Temple, Malappuram

Kadampuzha Bhagavathy Temple is a distinct temple having no idol related to the deity. Founded by Shankaracharya and linked with the legend of Mahabharata, this temple has uniqueness. The three forms of Goddess Lakshmi, Durga, and Saraswati are worshiped here. You can come here through Kerala temple tour packages.

Arya Vaidya Sala, Malappuram

Arya Vidya Sala is a well-known Ayurvedic health care center in India. Set up by Vaidyaratnam P. S Warrier in 1902 for promoting alternative healing techniques for a complete living. Today it operates various institutions with headquarters in Malappuram for promoting and practicing the ancient health care procedures of India. You can come here through Kerala Ayurveda trip packages.

Thirunavaya Nava Mukunda Temple, Malappuram

Thirunavaya Nava Mukunda Temple is a very old temple of Narayana Vishnu. It is among the 108 Divya Desas and is mentioned in scripts by Vaishnava Alwars. It has a rich history as well as traditional temple architecture. You can do sacred rituals of the deceased for freedom from the cycle of birth and death. You can come here through Kerala religious trip package.

Alathiyoor Hanuman Temple, Malappuram

Alathiyoor Hanuman Temple is the temple of Lord Hanuman. Here you find Lord Rama as the presiding deity but still, it is called the Hanuman temple. The temple is said to be set up by Vashisht Muni some 3000 years before. If you make a wish here, it is said to come true. You can come here through the Kerala monumental tour package conducted by Hellovisit.

Nedumkayam, Malappuram

Nedumkayam is a rainforest and forms a portion of the Nilgiri Bioreserve. It is popular for dense forests having rare species of flora and fauna that also includes endangered species as well as water bodies making it a special environmental attraction. You find a beautiful guest house here. You can take scenic photographs of the adjacent forest from here. You can come here through Kerala trip packages.

Mini Ooty, Malappuram

Mini Ooty is a name provided for enchanting Arimbra Hills. The spot is set about 1000 feet above sea level and is well known for its sizzling location as well as an exotic glimpse of adjacent valleys as well as rolling hills. It is a sought-after weekend getaway for the nearby residents. Its similarity to Ooty attracts various tourists. You can come here through Kerala hill station trip packages.