Places To Visit In Malappuram Sightseeing

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is famous for the wide variety of fresh water fishes that can be sighted in the river here. The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is spread over a cluster of islands in a scenic area surrounded by hillocks where the Kadalundi River flows into the Arabian Sea. The place is locally known as Kadalundi Nagaram. This virgin land is the abode more than a hundred species of native birds and over 60 species of migratory birds, like seagulls, terns, sandpipers, sandplovers, red and greenshanks, turnstones, that flock here in large numbers from November to April.

Bharathapuzha River is also called River Nila. It is the second longest river in Kerala and provides shelter to 11 reservoirs with Malampuzha dam being the largest.  This sacred river is believed to bestow salvation to those who are cremated on its banks, and accordingly sons pay homage to their fathers by performing the "Pithru Tharpanam" ritual on the Karkidaka Vavu day.

Keraladeshpuram Temple, an ancient and historic Hindu temple of South India, is located at a distance of about 3 km from Tanur town. Tanur, a coastal town in the Malappuram district, is known as one of the oldest Portuguese settlements. The temple is situated close to the Tanur Beach, and it offers a tranquil ambience to visitors. One of the key features of the temple is its remarkable mural paintings depicted on the walls.

Padinharekara beach offers a mesmerising view of two rivers joining the Arabian Sea. The sight of the river Triurpuzha and Bharatapuzha coming in full force to join with the sea is a sight that you will never forget. It is also one of the most beautiful beaches of Kerala, with many palm trees lining the shore that lends a special beauty to the beach. The soft, shining white sand offers you a memorable walk. It feels as if the nature has laid down a white carpet for you to enjoy and value the magnificence of nature.

Kadampuzha Bhagavathy temple is one of the major pilgrimage centres of Kerala and holds a unique distinction. There is no idol in the temple, perhaps one of the few such temples in India or the world. A legend goes that Adi Shankaracharya, the revered Hindu philosopher and teacher happened to pass around Kadampuzha which was a vast grassland then. As he walked along, he came across an invisible wall which he realised were Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati met, while the Lord was in the ‘Kirata’ form. It is believed that after Shankaracharya prayed to the Goddess, she appeared before him but disappeared into a small hole. He performed pooja there and later on the temple came to be built at the same place.

If you visit Malappuram, you should pay a visit to the renowned Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Shala, a sprawling institution dedicated to Ayurveda. In fact, it is a pioneer Ayurvedic organization in India. It is also a hospital and a research centre which is visited by people from all over the world, seeking cure to many ailments. You also get the authentic Ayurvedic massages and other treatments here. Medicines made at the centre are available through many of the outlets in many parts of the globe. A visit to the centre means you are not just visiting one of the oldest Ayurvedic institutions of the world, you are also passing by a place that has cured many, rich and poor, common and famous.

If you are at Malappuram, a visit to the Nedumkayam rainforest is a must. It is not just a dense forest housing a variety of flora and fauna, it is also one of those amazing spots where you can experience nature in its resplendent glory. That is why; trekkers find it an ideal place for an amazing trekking experience. There is also an elephant training centre within the forest which is a great place to visit.

Kottakkunnu is a hilly garden known as the Marine drive of Malappuram. It is one of the highly earning tourist destinations here. It is famous for the ruins of an old fort, which is believed to be the first fort constructed by the Zamorins of Kozhikode. Kottakkunnu is located at the crest of the Cantonment Hill near the District Collectorate in the heart of Malappuram city. The tourism department has made this scenic table-top location a one-stop destination for all kinds of entertainment.

Arimbra hills is the favourite location among locals. It is located at a height of 1050 ft above sea level. This hill got the nickname Mini Ooty as it resembles Ooty – one of the famous hills stations in India. Arimbra makes a fantastic tourist spot that attracts visitors for its panoramic views of the lovely green valley and rolling hills.

Pazhayangadi Mosque is one of the key attractions of Malappuram. It is situated at a distance of around 18 km east of Manjeri. This mosque is one of the most ancient and esteemed mosques in Kerala. The construction of the mosque is associated with Muhammed Shah, a Muslim saint from Persia and popularly known as Kondotty Thangal. The mosque exhibits the example of the Mughal style of architecture and traditional sculpture.

The extraordinary creation of nature in the valley of Western Ghats is a sight to behold. Keralamkundu waterfall is formed due to the cascading water from a large rock that has stood there over the centuries. It can be listed under the lesser known waterfalls of Kerala. The medicated water flowing from the Western ghats forests forms this waterfall which falls into a huge stone pit.

Teak Museum located at Nilambur is a treasure trove of historical, aesthetic and scientific aspects of Teak. It was established owing to the historical importance of the region. The key attraction of the Teak museum is the 480 years old teak tree stump which was brought from Nagarampara forest range. The museum provides the detailed description of the flower, fruit and natural regeneration of teak and also exhibits the prominent characteristics of these species of trees.