Kottiyoor Shiva Temple
Kottiyoor Shiva Temple located at Kottiyoor , is one of the a famous Lord Shiva temple of North Malabar . This temple is located approximately 50 km From Kottayam Malabar. This Shiva Temple also known as the Kasi of South (Dakshina Kaasi) . This is a famous pilgrim of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Actual name of this temple is Sree Kottiyoor Mahadeva Kshetram. Kottiyoor temple is located near Kelakam . Sri Kottiyoor temple attracts lakhs of devotees every year during the "Vaisakha Maholsavam" celebrations. Kottiyoor is totally different from any other temple. Set amidst the jungle, nourished by a flowing river in serene surroundings, you will feel the divine energy the moment you step on this mythical land. Kannur is the nearest rail head. Kozhikode ( Calicut ) Airport is the nearest airport. Kannur Airport is coming-up at Mattannur .
Oliyankara Juma Masjid,
Cherukunnu Oliyankara Juma Masjid located at Cherukunnu , is a famous Mosque of North Malabar . This mosque is very ancient and historical place for Malabar Muslim Society. It is believed that the priests in ancient days gave importance to the Hindu Gods at this Mosque. The Mosque is at Pallichal near Cherukunnu Town, around 14 km from Kannur , 16 km from Taliparamba and 18 km from Payyannur Kannapuram is the nearest rail head ( Nearest Major Railway Station is Kannur ). Kozhikode ( Calicut ) Airport is the nearest airport. Kannur Airport is under construction near Mattannur .
Thavam Church, Cherukunnu
The Thavam Church at Cherukunnu , is a famous Latin Catholic Church of North Malabar . This church is very old which proclamates the presence of Christians in North Malabar since ancient days. This a heritage place for North Malabar Latin Catholic Society. This church is under Diocese of Kannur. This church is at Thavam near Cherukunnu Town, around 17 km from Kannur , 19 km from Taliparamba and 15 km from Payyannur . Pazhayangadi is the nearest rail head ( Nearest Major Railway Station is Kannur ). Kozhikode ( Calicut ) Airport is the nearest airport. Kannur Airport is under construction near Mattannur .
Annapoorneshwari Temple,
Cherukunnu Annapoorneshwari Temple located at Cherukunnu , is a famous temple of North Malabar . At this temple, Lord Krishna is co-located with Sree Annapoorneswari. It is believed that Sree Annapoorneswari has visited the shrine which was under the sea. It is also believed that this temple have been constructed by Lord Parashurama - mythological architect of Kerala. The temple is near Cherukunnu Town, around 14 km from Kannur , 16 km from Taliparamba and 18 km from Payyannur . A large Chira (Swimming pool) is also located near the temple which is very beautiful and mindglowing.
Moonnu Pettumma Palli,
Pappinisseri Moonnu Pettumma Palli (Mosque in the golden memory of the mother who gave birth to the three), popularly known as "Kattile Palli" (Mosque in the Jungle) is the most popular Mosque of North Malabar . The annual festival known as "Kattile Palli Nercha" is attended by people from all religions. This festival is one of the most important festival where the secularism of North Malabar is transparently visible. This Mosque is at Pappinisseri , around 8 km from Kannur , 14 km from Taliparamba Pappinisseri is the nearest rail head ( Nearest Major Railway Station is Kannur ). Kozhikode ( Calicut ) Airport is the nearest airport. Kannur Airport is under construction near Mattannur .
Aaron Church, Pappinisseri
This church is on NH-17 at Pappinisseri. This is avery beautiful church one has to see. This Church around 9 km from Kannur , 13 km from Taliparamba and 25 p;km from Pappinisseri is the nearest rail head ( Nearest Major Railway Station is Kannur ). Kozhikode ( Calicut ) Airport is the nearest airport. Kannur Airport is under construction near Mattannur .
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Aroli Sree Vadeswaram Shiva Kshethram, Pappinisseri
This temple is situated at Aroli village in Pappinissery Panchayat. The temple is built on top of a hill which looks like a mountain and hence this temple is known as 'Sree Kailasam' of North Malabar . The temple is under Chirakkal Devaswom Board. Pappinisseri is the nearest rail head (Nearest Major Railway Station is Kannur ). Kozhikode ( Calicut ) Airport is the nearest airport. Kannur Airport is under construction near Mattannur .
Madayi Kavu Pazhayangadi
This is avery famous temple of Lord Bhagavathi. The annual festival of ' Pooram Kuli' is attended by thousands of people from all the four districts of North Malabar . The Madayi Kavu is situated over Madayi hills of Pazhayangadi town.
Madayi Palli Pazhayangadi
This beautiful ancient mosque was originally built in 1124 by Malik Ibn Dinar , a Muslim preacher. A block of white marble in the mosque is believed to have been brought from Mecca by its founder, who came to India to spread the word of Muhammad . Near by, lies a dilapidated fort believed to have been built by king Kolathiri. This mosque is near Pazhayangadi town.
Saidar Mosque, Thalassery This a very beautiful mosque built in ancient days in the heart of Thalassery Town. This is among famous of Mosques of North Malabar . The Saidar Mosque is beieved to had been built in 12 th Century by Malik Ibn Dinar , a Muslim preacher.
Sree Jagannath Temple, Thalassery Sree Gnanodayayogam the Prominent social organisation of North Malabar and the governing body of Sree Jagannath Temple, Thalassery consecrated by his holiness Sree Narayana Guru, is in the light of centennial celebrations. Sree Jagannath Temple had been consecrated by his Holiness in 1908 itself is a solid proof to discredit their version. Sree Narayana Guru Dev allowed Varadur to invite Kumaran Asan, as his representative and to convene meetings to ascertain the reaction of the people about the feasibility of a Temple for the community. Kumaran Asan who was staying with Dr. Palpu in Bangalore accepted the invitation and on his arrival the first meeting was convened at ‘Parambath House’ of Sree Cheruvari Govindan Shirastadar on 9 July 1905.
Thiruvangad Temple, Thalassery
The Thiruvangad temple, dedicated to Sree Rama, one of the important temple of North Malabar is located at Thalassery . The most striking feature of this temple is the copper sheeting of its roof, due to which it is known popularly as the Brass Pagoda. A part of the temple was damaged by Tipu's troops in the 18 th century, but the temple itself is believed to have been saved from destruction by a miracle. It was one of the outposts of the Thalassery fort in the eighteenth century. In its precincts, many conferences were held between the officials of the East India Company and local leaders, after which important political treaties and agreements were signed. The temple contains some interesting sculptures and lithic records. The annual festival of temple commences on Vishu day in Medam (April-May) and lasts for seven days.
Sree Ramaswami Temple,
Thalassery Sree Ramaswami Temple, which is dedicated to Sri Rama , is one of the most important temples in North Malabar . It is situated in Thalassery . The exquisite carvings in the temple are believed to have been done nearly 400 years ago.
Sundareswara Temple Kannur
This temple was founded in 1916 by Sree Narayana Guru , Lord Siva is the deity consecrated in the temple which has since been opened to all irrespective of caste or creed. Eight day festival is conducted in March-April every year.
Pallikunnu Sree Mookambika
Temple Kannur Sree Mookambika Temple is situated just 2 km from Kannur town and is just half kilometer from Kannur Central Jail. It is near to Krishna Menon Memorial Government Women College. This is one of the most prominent Mookambika temple after the one in Kolloor, Karnataka. The temple has been renovated recently and the annual " Ulsavam" attracts pilgrims from all over Kerala and Malayalis staying outside Kerala as well.
Trichambaram Temple Taliparambu
Trichambaram Temple is situated 20 km from Kannur, near Taliparamba town which is famous for its spices trade. The deity of the temple is Sree Krishna . The sculptures on the walls of the sanctum sanctorum are a class by themselves. The annual temple festival ( Utsavam ) is a colourful event. The fortnight-long festival begins on Kumbham 22 of Malayalam calendar ( which generally falls on March 6) every year with the kodiyettam (hoisting of a religious flag) and comes to an end on Meenam 6 ( which generallay falls on March 20) with Koodipiriyal (Ending of this festival). In between these dates, for 11 days, thitambu nriththam (a sort of dance with idols of Sri Krishna and Balarama) is held at Pookoth Nada ( 1 km from Trichambaram temple).
Sree Rajarajeswara temple Taliparambu
The Rajarajeswara temple is a beautiful Shiva temple (Built by the Tamil chola king Rajaraja Chola III ) and is located at Taliparamba , Kannur distrist, Kerala , India . This temple is situated 25 km North of Kannur. The uniqueness of this temple is that it has no kodimaram/ flagstaff and entry for women only after 8 pm. It is believed to be built during the times of Raja Raja Chola-I. At that time the Chola Empire consisted of the whole of South India, Ceylon and spread up to Malaysia and Indonesia. The temple is regarded as one of the 108 ancient Shiva temples of Kerala. It has a prominent place amongst the numerous Shiva temples in south India. If any problem is encountered in temples of South India, the final solution is sought in this Temple through a prasna , a traditional method of astrological decision making. The prasna is conducted on a peedha (a raised platform) situated outside the temple. The quadrangular sanctum has a two tiered pyramidal roof. In front of the sanctum is the namaskara mandapam . The temple has no kodi maram ( flagstaff) which is a unique feature as other temples in Kerala do have one.
Muthappan Temple
Parassinikkadavu Sree Muthappan is the most popular God in the North Malabar . Muthappan is (also a theyyam ) performed in the famous Muthappan temple in Parassinikkadavu 16 km north of Kannur town. Parassinikkadavu Sree Muthappan Temple is situated 18 km away from Kannur on the banks of Valapattanam river. The temple is dedicated to Lord Muthappan, believed to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva. This is the only Temple in Southern India where offering to the God is Fish . Also fish Prasadam is given to devotees. All devotees who eat non-veg etarian food must visit this Temple for blessings. This is also the only temple in Kerala where the Folk art form of North Malabar 's 'Theyyam' is presented daily. Toddy and dried fish are the main offerings in this temple, besides boiled grams and fresh tea. Meals as lunch and dinner are provided to the devotees daily. Facility for boating is also available here. Vismaya Water Theme Park and Parassinikkadavu Snake Park is situated near the temple.
Oorpazhassi Kavu
This temple is one of the ancient temples in the region. Bhagavati and Vettakkorumakan are the main deities in this temple. [1] Sri Mavilayikkavu This temple is located in Mavilayi village about 13 km from Kannur town. The temple is famous for "ADI UTSAVAM" . God DAIVATTAR(VISHNU), VETTAKARUMAKAN , GANAPATI AND BHAGAVATI are the main deities in the temple.
Muchilot Bagavathi
One of the popular deities in Kannur District is Muchilot Bagavathi . Last ten years witnessed Muchilot Bagavathi perumkaliyattams at Karivellur , Payyanur , Kunhimangalam , Valapattanam , Muyyam , Vellave , Karamel etc. Anustanangalum Samoohika Prasakthiyum describes the importance of Muchilot Bagavathi in the social formation of North Kerala. There is a practice for supplying food to thousands of devotees in connection with Muchilot Bagavathi . Another work ' Muchilot Bagavathi' narrates the origin and establishment of Muchilot Kavu in different parts of North Malabar . Highly decorative figures of Muchilot Bagavathi attracts the minds of devotees by its aesthetic appeal. In Cherukunnu and Kannapuram yearly Muchilot Bagavathi Theyyam is performed.
Sree Kizhkkeykara Sree Krishna Temple
This temple was built around 3000 Years back at Chirakkal Kannur. Right now as per archeological dept. the manuscripts shows of 2500 years back and the scripts gives the picture like it was during the Chirakkal rajvamsham period the temple used to feed " Anadhanam" ror 2500 peoples at one time. The deity in the temple is of Lord Krishna in the form of Balagopala. The temple stands right in front of chirakkal pond (which is having a water area of 5 acres). One will feel the divine energy the moment you step to this divine land. One can pray here with so peaceful that the bala gopla will be flourishing his grace to his each and every devotee. To reach the temple from Kannur railway station 6.5 km by road, nearest railway station is Valapattanam. Harey Krishna, Harey Krishna, Krishna, Krishna, Krishna Harey, Harey.......
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