Malappuram
has a rich and eventful history. It was the military headquarters of the
Zamorins of Kozhikode since ancient times.This district was the venue for many of the Mappila 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. It was a famous centre for Hindu-Vedic learning and Islamic philosophy.












