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 Kannur district - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The deity of the temple is Sree Krishna.
The temple is regarded as one of the 108 ancient Shiva temples of Kerala.
Kannur is known as the land of looms and lores, because of the number of looms functioning in the district and festivals held in Temples.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kannur   (4669 words)

  
 Pilgrim Centres in Kerala
The temple is from Chengannor on the Thiruvananthapuram - Kottayam route.
The temple is situated in Kottayam town and is built in the indigenous Kerala style of architecture.
The temple is dedicated to Krishna known here as Guruvayurappan or the Lord of Guruvayur, and the idol is said to have been worshipped by Lord Brahma himself at Dwaraka.
binukalayil.tripod.com /pilgrim_centre.htm   (2280 words)

  
 Taliparamba - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
One of the prominent Hindu temples is the Rajarajeshwara Temple, where Shiva is the reigning deity.
Taliparamba is home to a number of churches, mosques and temples.
It is believed to be very ancient and was supposedly rennovated by Parashurama.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Taliparamba   (151 words)

  
 DEVASTATION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SHIVA TEMPLE
The solitary atmosphere surrounding to the temple and scenic beauty prevailing in the back drop of Madai Para with the sight of Arabian sea in the south, Ezhimala hillocks on the west and environmental cute on other sides will attract even thousands of other tourists to this hillock place.
It is believed that during the year 1780 – 1800 this famous temple had suffered a serious attack of the Mysore ruler Tippu Sultans invaders and ruined to rubbles of stones.
With the whole hearted support and sincere efforts of the devotees in and around the locality and even of the people outside the state, this temple complex has now emerged as a beautiful and mighty shrine, attracting hundreds of pilgrims daily who offer poojas and praying abundantly.
www.geocities.com /vadukundasivan/devastation.htm   (240 words)

  
 :::Thai Resort Welcomes you:::
The PARRASSINI MUTHAPPAN temple is a prime pilgrimage center in north Kerala.Situated in the district of Kannur, nested 20 km away from Kannur town is a quiet retreat.
To make a visit to this place equally complimentary in terms of arrangements and purpose, "THAI RESORTS" is proud to announce its existence serving the devotees by providing accommodation facilities matching their expectations and welcome all the devotees warm-heartedly to this glorious land.
To have the "darshan" of the powerful deity incarnate here, devotees throng from different regions of India and world.
www.thethairesort.com   (137 words)

  
 Tender Coconut - Kerala, Temples, Church, Mosque, Jain, Parsi, Buddhist, Oldest, Islam, Tippu, Thrissur Pooram
Sri Muthappan Temple at Parassinikadavu is a unique temple by the Valappattanam River in Kannur District, an offering to the Hindu deity is non-vegetarian food and alcohol, which are absolutely taboo in other Temples in Kerala.
The Sri Krishna temple in Guruvayur (Thrissur District) is one of the oldest in India and is sacred to all Malayalees.
These temples can be found in Wayanad and one of them was used by Tippu Sultan, the King of Mysore, to store his battery of weapons and lent the name Sultan Battery to this place in Wayanad.
www.tendercoconut.com /historical.htm   (686 words)

  
 Backwater cruise in country boats, houseboats in an around Cochin, Kochi, Alleppey, Kerala, India
The Parassinakkadavu Madapura Sree Muthappan Temple is an important pilgrim centre of north Kerala.
This is the only temple in Kerala where ‘Theyyam’, a form of folk ritual dance, is displayed daily.The Theyyam can be watched from 5.30 to 8.30 in the morning and from 6.30 to 9.00 in evening (December 2nd to Oct 17th except 1st of Malayalam month).
The annual festival of the temple falls in December.
www.indiatouristdesk.com /canannore.htm   (725 words)

  
 Keral Tourism
Parassinikadavu Sri Muthappan Temple: This centre of worship and faith has in store many unique practices and rituals, and the temple architecture itself stands testimony to this aspect.
Shiva Temple, Vaikom (40 km from Kottayam town): Associated with the legendary Parasurama, this temple is a typical example of the Kerala style of temple architecture.
Parasurama Temple, Thiruvallam.: This 2000 year old temple on the bank of river Karamana, is the only one in Kerala dedicated to Sree Parasurama, the mythological creator of Kerala.This temple is a venue for ancestor worship.
www.keral.com /tourism/tourism/tourtype.htm   (3991 words)

  
 Not so fishy after all - Deccan Herald
Muthappan, the reincarnation of Lord Siva, is the presiding deity.
One has to believe it when one sees the Parassinikkadav Muthappan temple, 20 km from Kannur in Kerala on the beautiful road towards Kasargod.
U S IYER writes about Parassinikkadav Muthappan temple in Kerala, where the dog is revered.
www.deccanherald.com /deccanherald/mar062005/sh3.asp   (546 words)

  
 CalicutNet.com - Your Town. Kannur (Cannanore). Religious centres.
The latter, which felt the divine presence of Muthappan, immediately performed the necessary ceremonies and offered worship to him.
The temple is generally known as the Brass Pagoda from the copper sheering of its root.
The presumption is that the temple is situated in Dwaraka.
www.calicutnet.com /yourtown/kannur/religious_centre.htm   (1014 words)

  
 ke-wor.htm
Kottamunda is on the slope of Vellarimala 20 km from Kalpetta, the Headquarters of Wayanad district.
This temple is 35 km south of Kottayam on the rail /road between Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam.
The Temple at Suchinram 13 km north- west on the rail /road route from Kanya- Kumari to Thiruvananthapuram is an important place of worship.
www.india-travel.com /kerala/ke-wor.htm   (2768 words)

  
 The Hindu : Kerala News : Muthappan temple to have more facilities
The Parassini Madappura Sri Muthappan Temple at Parassinikkadavu will have more facilities with the temple trust devising comprehensive development activities estimated to cost Rs.3 crores.
The Hindu : Kerala News : Muthappan temple to have more facilities
Sahadevan said the new dining hall was envisaged to accommodate 1,000 devotees at a time.
www.hinduonnet.com /2005/03/25/stories/2005032512460400.htm   (169 words)

  
 The internet gateway of OLLUR
All other churches and temples are having their own festivals according to their schedules.
In the Durga Temple Edakkunny, Uthram Vilakku (Pooram) is celebrated in the month of March/April every year.
The Pooram festivals of Edakkunny, Thaikkattussery and Kuttanallur are made attractive with colorful umbrellas, ornamently decorated elephants, panchavadya etc. Edakkunny Vilakku is continuation of Arattupuzha Pooram.
www.ollur.com /cgi-bin/listitems.pl?PTR=FST   (221 words)

  
 Kannur - Visit Kannur Beaches, Fort and Temples
This temple where the main deity is "muthappan" is one of the famous centers of worship.
The Muthappan temple has been built in a very scenic location by the banks of a river.
Parassinikadavu, a temple in Kannur, is open to all and is the only place where one can see the famous art form of Theyyam performed everyday.
www.cocohol.com /kerala_tourism/kannur-tourism.php   (1087 words)

  
 The Coast - Malabar Mosaics, kerala, coastal india, beypore, spices,rivers, backwaters , tourism, indian coasts
At Parassinikadavu, on the banks of the Valaptanam river, 18 kilometers from Kannur, is the Sri Muthappan temple, dedicated to Lord Muthappan, believed to be the incarnation of Lord Shiva.
The temple’s non-conformist nature is evident in the unusual custom of offering dried fish and toddy to the deity.
This is the only temple in Kerala where Theyyam, the ritual dance form of North Kerala, is performed daily.
www.indiaprofile.com /destinations/kerala-coast.htm   (1119 words)

  
 webindia123.com-cityguide-kerala -kannur-entertainment
It is best to visit the temple when the pooja is held between 5 and 8am or 6.30 and 8.30pm to watch the Theyyam.
The Annual festival of the temple known as 'Ekadasi Utsavam' is an eight day event.
A nine day 'Poorotsavam' is held every year in this temple, the highlight of the festival is 'Poorakkali' an important ritual and entertaining art.
www.webindia123.com /city/kerala/kannur/enter.htm?cat=Local+Festivals   (186 words)

  
 Mathil Homepage
The Kankol Shiva Temple is one of the prominent Temples of this area.
The Temple and Theyyam festivals are performed as a harvest festival.
Provision of sugar by the Muslim community for the 'Pooja' at this temple as well as their right to receive "Prasadam" are praiseworthy.
www.mathil.com /worship.htm   (249 words)

  
 MASCOT Cannanore- LAND OF LOOMS AND LORE'S
This temple on the banks of the Valappattanam river, is one of the important pilgrim centers of Kerala.
Theyyam is associated with the cult of Goddess Bhagawati, glorifying the Goddess.
Theyyam, the ritual art form of Northern Kerala can be seen in the evenings in the temple.
www.mascotresort.net /Cannanore.html   (831 words)

  
 Vadukunda Shiva Temple Home Page
The Temple is believed to have been constructed by “Kolathiri” Kings during medieval period on a plateau land generally known now as “Madai Para” in Madai Village, Kannur Taluk and District of Kerala State.
  Sree Vadukunda Siva Temple was thus constructed on “Madai Para” in the southwest corner of it at a holy spot due to the presence of the divine power of “Swayambhoo” of lord Siva..........
Century.  About 1200 years back a branch of their dynasty had migrated and settled down at Madai, which was then an important port and trading center, 4 km south of Ezhimala.
www.geocities.com /vadukundasivan   (229 words)

  
 kannur-districts of kerala,tour packages, Hotels in Kerala,Yoga, Ayurveda and Naturopathy, tourist attractions
This pilgrim centre is famous for the Muthappan Theyyam performed every morning and evening.This beautiful ancient mosque was originally built in 1124 AD by Malic Iben Dinar, a Muslim preacher.
In this context, it is well worth mentioning that the deity of Kadalayi Sri Krishna temple was originally installed in a shrine at Kadalayikkota in south eastern part of present Kannur town.
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 the prophet.
www.cultureholidays.com /kerala/districts/kerala-kannur.htm   (819 words)

  
 Mascot Beach Resort, Cannanore, Kannur, North Kerala
Parassini Kadavu Muthappan Temple : This temple on the banks of the Valappattanam river, is one of the important pilgrim centers of Kerala.
Parassini Kadvu Snake Park : Located amidst beautiful setting, the snake park has varieties of poisonous and non poisonous snakes kept in hygienic and scientifically maintained pits.
www.nivalink.com /mascotresort   (246 words)

  
 proposal2.html
Afternoon - proceed to Parassinakkadavu Madappura Sri Muthappan Temple, to witness Theyyam - a ritual dance form displayed almost daily at the temple.
Thereafter proceed to Guruvayur(approx.130Kms.), visit the temple premises and Punnathur Kotta where temple elephants(more than 50 in numbers approx.) could be seen.
Non-Hindus can enter the temple premises and partake in the proceedings.
home.grandecom.net /~binooj/hsolutions/proposal2.html   (304 words)

  
 Sunday Kaumudi-Inside Kerala
According to tradition, the main abode of Muthappan was
been turned into a rock at the gaze of Muthappan.
The temple contains some interesting sculptures and lithic records.
www.sundaykaumudi.com /insidek/parasini.stm   (242 words)

  
 Vengara The Land of Theyyam
May your beautiful soul rest in peace always and our memories of your selflessness teach us how to live our lives more fully, until we meet again -
Exclusive website of Theyyam, Madai Vadukunda Siva (Shiva) Temple, Santhosh, Asha Santhosh
www.vengara.8k.com   (251 words)

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