Malabar Coast of their orientation to the sea and to maritime commerce, the Malabar coast cities feel very cosmopolitan, and has been home to some of the first groups of Jews, Syrian Christians, Muslims and Anglo-Indians in India. During Ming China's treasure voyages in the early 15th century, Admiral Zheng He's fleet often landed at the Malabar Coast. Soon after, Vasco da Gama landed near Calicut in 1498, establishing a sea route between India and Europe. Portugal became the first of several European maritime empires to grow rich from the spice trade with this area. The Malabar Coast is repeatedly referenced in
Coast & Country Housing Limited Coast & Country Housing Limited Coast and Country is a Registered Housing Provider located in the north of England and established in 2001. . The company is a 'not for profit' company limited by guarantee and regulated by the Tenant Services Authority. Coast and Country is the largest social housing provider within Redcar and Cleveland. In addition to providing core housing services the company has also heavily invested in independent living services, including the development of a new Telecare service in partnership with the Borough Council. Established in 2001, Coast & Country is the largest registered housing provider in Redcar