Pazhayangadi Mosque is Pazhayangadi, Malappuram district, Kerala.The 500 year old Pazhayangadi Mosque (Kondotty mosque), in north Kerala is one of the prominent pilgrim centre of the Muslim society in Kerala. The legacy of the muslim holy man, Muhammad Shah, is intertwined with this mosque. This brings in its wake exotic festivities that is ineluctable. The visitors flock to the gothic age monument to savor the vibrant history of Kerala.The best time to visit the Pazhayangadi Mosque is during the colorful extravaganza of the Valiya Nercha, month of February or March draws crowds from far and wide.he Mughal style architecture Mosque has a lovely white dome and convoluted filigree work.
Location info:
Address: Pazhayangadi, Malappuram district Kerala, India
District: Malappuram district
Nearest City: Kadayanallur, Khozikode, Nilambur and Malappurram.
Best time to visit: December to April.
Climate/Weather:
Climate is Humaid and Tropical. And the Temparature in Summer32.6 °C and in Winter21.4°C.
History:
Interesting things to do:
Watch annual Nercha festival in the month of april.
Interesting things to Visit:
Manjeri:Twelve Kms. north east of Malappuram town, Manjeri is the head quarters of Ernad Taluk. It was a live centre of the National Movement. Manjeri Kovilakam was the seat of the ruling families under the Zamourins. The District Hospital and the District Court are at Manjeri .Nilambur(Forest area):Nilambur is famous for its teak plantations. The oldest teak plantation of the world, the Conolly’s Plot is just 2 Kms. from Nilambur town. The plot was named in memory of H.V. Conolly, the then Malabar District Collector, who was instrumental in raising the teak plantation in the entire Nilambur area.Kottakkal:This small town, 13 Kms from Malappuram is the home of the famed Kottakkal Arya Vaidyasala, one of the pioneer institutions of Ayurveda in India. Ayurveda, Indian’s unique science of life and medicine, has a major role in attracting tourists to Kerala.Valiya Juma Masjid Malappuram:This is an important pilgrim centre of the Muslims of Kerala. The four day annual festival at the mosque(nercha) is celebrated in April. Adjoining the mosque is the mausoleum of the Malappuram shaheeds (martys) whose brave exploits have been immortalised in the Mappila ballads.Jama-at-Mosque:The Jama-at-Mosque of Malappuram is an important landmark worth visiting on a trip to the backwaters of Kerala. The eager tourist will come across the beautiful Malappuram.The Jama-at mosque is important for Kerala Muslims. The annual Nercha festival of the mosque is celebrated for four days in April. Adjoining the mosque is a mausoleum of the Malappuram Shaheeds whose brave exploits have been immortalised in Mappilla Ballads.
Mobile range info:
How to reach?
Nearest Railway Station:Kozhikode Railway Station
Nearest Airport:Karipur Intrenational Airport
Road Transport:Manjeri is on the CNG Inter State Highway(Calicut-Nilambur-Gudallur) and well connected. Manjeri is the Hub of Private Bus sector in the district.There is no KSRTC Bus stand in Manjeri.
Nearest Visiting places:
Nedumkayam:this place is Just 18 Kms away from Nilambur where the rain forest flourish, elephants and other wild animals can be viewed from the wooden rest house built by the British. An elephant-taming center, which still attracts visitors from all climes, Half an hour drive through the dense forests, leads to Mancherri, the settlement of Chola Naikars, a primitive tribe.Padinharekkara:This Padinharekara, the lovely beach is close to Ponnani and at the end point of the Tippu Sultan road. It offers a breath taking view of the confluence of the river Bharathapuzha and Tirurpuzha with the Arabian sea.Perinthalmanna:20 Kms from Malappuram is another cultural center in the district. The Thali temple is located about 3 Kms west of Agadipuram as the way to Malappuram from Perinthalmanna. The Thirumandhamkunnu temple is dedicated to goddess Durga.Tanur:The small coastal fishing town of Tanur has one of the earliest Portuguese settlements, situated 8 Kms from Tirur. It is believed that St. Francis Xavier visited the place in 1546.Ponanni:Ponnani, the coastal town is famous for trade from ancient times. Now it gains importance as a prominent fishing centre Ponnani is also famous for the ancient Muslim mosque.Thirunavaya:This Thirunavaya is just 8 km from the city, This one of those places that has gone down the history of Kerala. This has remained the venue for the ancient but popular traditional event called Mamankam. This unique performance that ultimately led to the choosing of a suitable ruler for Kerala.Perinthalmanna:20 Kms from Malappuram is another cultural center in the district. The Thali temple is located about 3 Kms west of Agadipuram as the way to Malappuram from Perinthalmanna. The Thirumandhamkunnu temple is dedicated to goddess Durga.Tirurangadi:Tirurangadi was an important center of the Khilaphath movement, the national movement and the Malabar Rebellion. It was the Tirurangadi incident on 20th August 1921, that ignited the out-break of Malabar Rebellion.Kadalundi bird sanctuary:Kadalundi bird sanctuary is the haven giving shelter to more than a hundred varieties of native birds. Every year, over 60 species of migratory birds congregate here in large numbers. Blessed with dense leafy vegetation, silver streams and landscaped surroundings, a tour to Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary is a treat to all bird lovers.Kadalundi River:Kadalundi River is situated 20km, away from city, Malappuram district. It originates from the Western Ghats at the western border of the Silent Valley and flows through the district of Malappuram. It has two main tributaries namely Olipuzha and Veliyar.Adyanpara:Adyanpara lies in Kurumbalangode village of Nilambur taluk and is famous for its water falls and the splendour of its wooded jungles.Nilambur:Nilambur is on the Calicut – Ootty highway, 40 Kms from Malappuram is well known for its teak plantations, said to the oldest in the world known as Connolly’s plot and has Teak Museum.
Nearest Petrol Pump:
Petrol Pump Malappuram, Kerala.Petrol pump Changuvetty Changuvetti, Kerala State.Reliance Petrol Pump NH 17, Kottakkal Kerala State.BPC Petrol Pump Malappuram, Kerala.Petrol Pump NH212, Kunnamangalam Kozhikode, Kerala.
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation:
Hotel Asma Tower NH 17, Kozhikode, Kerala 673004 09847611275.
Things to carry:
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Help Line/Phone Number:
Police Station:Police Station Malappuram, Kerala Tel: 0483 2767496.Police Station Perintalmanna, Malappuram Kerala.kondotty police station kondotty,Malappuram Kerala.Kalpakangeri Police Station Vailature Puthanathani Road Kalpakanchery, Kerala State.Tirur Police Station Tirur, Malappuram Kerala.
Nearest Hospital: Daya hospital Malappuram, Kerala 0483 2700258.Aihms homoeopathy multi speciality clinic NH 213, Perintalmanna Kerala 679322 Tel: 049 33326676 or 09447630668 Mob: 09946030003.
