Maliyekkal House in Thalassery, built in 1919 by Kadankandi Kuttiyamu Haji, stands as a fine example of Kerala’s ancestral mansions with tiled roofs, carved wooden pillars, and colonial influences. Beyond its architectural charm, the house is remembered for its role in social reform, particularly through P. M. Mariyumma, who pioneered English education for Muslim women and championed progress in education and employment.