Malappuram
       Malappuram district has enriched the kerala's cultural traditions immensely. It has been a centre for Hindu Vedic learning and teaching. Ponnani, the taluk headquarters, is an important centre for education in the philosophy of Islam. Malppuram, literally means a terrated place atop the hills. The lilly tracts have dense forests and extensive teak plantations. The rains of Tipu Sultan's fort can still be seen here. The main crops of the district include paddy, coconut, cashewnut, pepper, ginger, banana, rubber etc. Though Malappuram is rich in naturl resources the district is industrially backward due to the lack of infrastructural facilities.

Angadippuram :-The town located near Perintalmanna. The famous Thirumandhamkunnu temple is situated here.

Kadampuzha :- It is situated on the Thrissur-Kozhikode national highway, the town is known for the Bhagavathi temple, which is believed to have been consecrated by Jagatguru Sankaracharya.

Kondotti :-Pazhayangadi mosque is seen here. This is an important pilgrim centre for muslims.

Kottakkal :- The headquarters of the kottakkal Arya Vaidya sala is situated here. Here is also the famous Ayurvedic research centre a nursing home and a hospital.

Manjeri :-The historical town is the headquarters of Ernad Taluh. the Karikkad Subramania temple,is a unique for its architectural style. The temple at Trikkalangode, near Manjeri is known for the annual Manjeri pooram festival.

Nilambur :- The place is famous for the world's oldest teak plantation and teak wood museum.

Tirur :- It is the birth place of 'Tunchath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan' the father of Malayalam literature. Famous Tunchan Parambu is situated here.

Vallikunnu Beach :- The beautiful beach resort is seen in the middle of a coconut grove.