There are a number of elements that make up the city of Malappuram a favorite among tourists.
Apart from being a beautiful green addition on the map of God’s Own Country, Malapuram is a city that has
seen an extensive history in the past and has developed through it.Be it the forest ranges of the city with coconut
plantations, the river belt of Bharathapuzha, rainforests of Nedumkayam, the beauty of the river Challiyar,
birds in Purathur, or the festive mood of the entire city throughout the year.
Malappuram is the perfect example of a wholesome treat and retreat for everyone who comes here to explore.
It sits right at the spot where River Kadalundi Puzha flows into the Arabian Sea. Easily accessible from Malappuram and Kozhikode, the bird sanctuary is host to about 100 species of native birds, and about 60 species of migratory birds.
One of the oldest mosques in Kerala, the Juma Masjid is an important pilgrimage site. It is arranged on the Kozikhod-Nilmbur-Gudallur street and there are a few catacombs of the Malappuram saints situated in the region of the Mosque.
Associated with one of the most prominent saints of Islam who ever set foot in India, the Pazhayangadi Mosque is more than 500 years old. Known by its other name Kondotty Thangal, the mosque is constructed with a white dome and displays intricate carvings all throughout, giving it a resemblance to the Mughal Style of Architecture