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Malappuram, located in the South Indian state of Kerala is surrounded by Nilgiri Hills on the east and Arabian Sea on the west. During the 9th century the destination was under the rule of the Kulasekharas of Mahodayapuram, while the European colonial powers ruled the region in the 15th century. Malappuram was also under the reign of the Mysore Kingdom, Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan in the 18th century. This place still possesses ruins of the ancient fort which was constructed by Tipu Sultan. The destination is famous for its Hindu-Vedic learning and Islamic philosophy. Moreover, it is also the place of origin of Indian medicinal system called Ayurveda.