Malappuram in Kerala as a historical place of interest has a very rich and eventful history, and is situated on the Calicut - Madras road, 12 km. south - west of Manjeri and 52 km. south - west of Calicut. Malappuram is the head quarters of this historically important district.The historical destination of Malapuram was the military headquarters of the Zamorins of Kozhikode since ancient times. This historically significant district was the venue for many of the Mappilla revolts (uprisings against the British East India Company in Kerala) between 1792 and 1921.The hill country has also contributed much to the cultural heritage of Kerala.
