Pookkottur War Memorial Gate
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The Pookkottur War Memorial Gate located at Aravankara, Pokottur, Malappuram Kerala, honours those who died in the battle of Pookkottur. The Battle of Pookkottur was fought in 1921 in Malabar province of Northern Kerala by the Mappilas of Malabar against the British army during anti-colonial struggles.
Pookkottur is a village in the Eranad taluk of Malappuram, Kerala. It is located on National Highway 213 with a state road connecting it to Manjeri. It was the epicentre of the Malabar Rebellion of 1921, which shook the British government in Madras Province’s erstwhile Malabar District.
FAQ's
Entry Fee for Pookkottur War Memorial Gate
There is no entry fee for Pookkottur War Memorial Gate
Things to Do at Pookkottur War Memorial Gate
Visit the memorial, Malappuram town, Local Food.
Best Time to Visit Pookkottur War Memorial Gate
One can visit the Pookkottur War Memorial Gate anytime throughout the year.
How to Reach Pookkottur War Memorial Gate
The Pookkottur War Memorial Gate is just near the highway and one can get a bus, taxi, and autorickshaws to reach here. It is located just 10 kilometers away from Malappuram town and Calicut is 41 kilometers away from the memorial. The nearest airport is Calicut international airport and the closest railway station is Kadalundi railway station.
