|
|
wayanad temples
..............................................................................................................................................................................
Thirunelli Temple:
Nestled amidst mountains and forests, the ancient riverside temple
of Thirunelli is a fine specimen of classical Kerala Temple
Architecture. The temple is dedicated by Brahma to Vishnu in the
form of Chaturbhuja. Often referred to as Dakshina Kasi (the Kasi of
South), this temple draws pilgrims from all over, primarily for
ancestral rites. A short walk from Thirunely temple is the clear
mountain spring known as Papanasini. A ritual dip here is believed
to wash away all the sins. The two main festivals here are in April
and August/September. The temple is 64 Kms. away from Kalpetta, 71
Kms. away from Sulthan Bathery and 29 Kms. away from Mananthavady.
Valliyoorkavu Temple:
This Temple is dedicated to Mother Goddess, mainfest in three
principal forms of Vana Durga, Bhadrakali and Jala Durga is an
important place of worship for the tribal communities in Wayanad.
The annual 15 day festival is in March/April. The temple is 24 Kms.
away from Kalpetta, 31 Kms. away from Sulthan Bathery and 5 Kms.
away from Mananthavady.
Sita Lava-Kusha Temple:
This is the only known temple dedicated to Lava and Kusha, the sons
of Lord Rama. Local legends connect this region with many important
episodes from the Ramayana. As the favoured shrine of the Pazhassi
Raja, this temple has traditionally permitted entry to devotees from
all faiths. The temple is 50 Kms. away from Kalpetta, 25 Kms. away
from Sulthan Bathery and 41 Kms. away from Mananthavady.
Thrissilery Shiva Temple:
This stunning temple of rather perfect architectural proportions, is
inextricably linked with the Vishnu temple at Thirunelly. It is
believed that the performance of ancestral rites at Thirunelly
ramain unfinished unless followed by offerings at this temple.
Within the premises there is also a shrine devoted to Jala Durga,
believed to have been installed by no less a personage than the
legendary Parasurama. There are many myths connected with the temple
tank here, which curiously enough never dries up! The temple is 50
Kms. away from Kalpetta, 25 Kms. away from Sulthan Bathery and 41
Kms. away from Mananthavady.
Pallikkunnu Church:
Dedicated to the Lourdes Matha, Pallikkunnu Church was established
in 1905 at the initiative of a French Missionary Fr. Jeffrine. An
interesting aspect of this church is that it has several rituals and
practices similar to those prevalent in Hindu temples. The annual
two week "Perunnal" festival in early February draws large number of
devotees from other parts of Kerala, as well as outside. The temple
is 19 Kms. away from Kalpetta, 38 Kms. away from Sulthan Bathery and
23 Kms. away from Mananthavady.
Sulthan Bathery Jain Temple:
This Temple is one of the most important amongst a series of
ruins spread across the state of Kerala that testify to a period of
a strong Jain presence in this region. Believed to have been built
in the 13th century, it served as a Hindu shrine, an important
centre for commercial activity and eventually as a battery
(ammunition store) for Tipu Sulthan's marching armies. Apart from
this temple, there are other significant jain remnants in Wayanad.
The temples at Punchavayal and Puthenangadi are the best known of
these. With their beautifully carved pillars now partly ruined, and
the area rather derelict, these sites exude a peculiar airomystery.
The temple is 24 Kms. away from kalpetta, 12 Kms. away from Sulthan
Bathery and 41 Kms. away from Mananthavady.
Alappuzha |
Eravikulam |
Idukki |
Kannur |
Trivandrum | Thrissur |
Wayanad |
Varkala
|
|