Nilambur

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Nilambur, River town in Malappuram district, India

Nilambur sits alongside the Chaliyar River at 52 meters elevation, surrounded by mixed hardwood forests and natural vegetation near the Western Ghats mountain range.

The Nilambur Kovilakam, located 30 kilometers from Malappuram, contains detailed wooden artworks and frescoes that display the architectural traditions of the royal family.

The Teak Museum, established in 1995, contains exhibits demonstrating the relationship between local communities and teak cultivation through multiple generations.

The municipality connects to major cities through National Highways NH181 and NH766, with regular bus services operating from the Nilambur Bus Terminal.

Conolly's Plot, created in the 1840s, stands as the oldest teak plantation worldwide, established during British rule to meet maritime construction requirements.

Location: Malappuram district

Elevation above the sea: 52 m

Website: http://www.mynilambur.com/

Website: http://mynilambur.com

GPS coordinates: 11.28651,76.24074

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43

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