Aanacheri Kottam Sree Perumpuzha Achan Deivam Temple
Approximate Date :
6 to 7 February 2024
Date according to Malayalam Calendar : 23 to 24 of Malayalam month of Makaram
The son born to Vaarikka Devi and Kankala Devan was swept down the Perumpuzha. In the boy’s memory, a deity was installed by Nalillam Kaduvanmar at Aanacheri. The Devasthanam or abode of the god is at Chittaari Kowwal near Payyanur Perumba stop at Kannur on NH 17. The main theyyam performance at the temple is Lord Shiva. The dance includes references to sacred bulls, the offspring of cattle, land, and festival food. Each subject is illustrated in different dance segments.
Theyyams Performing Here:
Perumpuzha Achan, Vishnumoorthy, Gulikan
Address:
Chittaari Kowwal P.O., Kandothu, Payyanur, Kannur, Kerala - 670307
Contact details:
Name: Mr. Ramesan
Contact no: + 91 9249980849
Name: Mr. Chaviniyan
Contact no: + 91 9048222640
How to get there:
The Devasthanam is at Chittaari Kowwal near Payyanur Perumba stop on National Highway 17 between Kannur and Kasaragod.
Nearest Railway Station: Payyanur Railway Station, about 5 km away.
