Quick Facts

Tourism and Natural Attractions

 Beaches

• Padinjarekkara Beach (confluence of sea and rivers)
• Vallikunnu Beach

 Hills & Forests

• Nilambur Teak Forest – World's first teak plantation (Conolly's plot)
• Nedumkayam Rainforest – Rich biodiversity, ecotourism
• Kodikuthimala – Known as the ‘Ooty of Malappuram’

 Waterfalls

• Keralamkundu Waterfalls – Near Karuvarakundu
• Kodikuthimala Waterfalls

 Religious Sites

• Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala – Famous Ayurvedic institution
• Thirunavaya Temple – Ancient Hindu temple on Bharathapuzha
• Pazhayangadi Mosque, Kondotty
• Ponnani Juma Masjid – Known as the Mecca of Malabar Muslims