Andalur Kavu
Approximate Date :
13 to 19 February 2023
Date according to Malayalam Calendar : 1 to 7 of Malayalam month Kumbham
This is a Kavu where the Kaliyattam performed on the premises each year is based on the Epic of Ramayana. The temple is believed to have been built by the sage Parasurama The Daivathaar Theyyam here represents Lord Rama, the Athiraalar and Kids Theyyam represents Goddess Sita (consort of) Lord Rama and Lava-Kusha the kids of the couple. Bappooran Theyyam here represents Lord Hanuman and Angakkaran for Lord Lakshamana. Ilankuruvan depicts Bali and Poothadi depicts Sugriva. The artists are from the Peruvannan and Munnoottan communities. Ooralans are bestowed with the status of fatherhood, Achan.
Theyyams Performing Here:
Deivathar, Angakkaran, Bappuran
Address:
Dharmadam, Palayad P. O., Kannur, Kerala - 670661. Tele: + 91 490 2346610
Contact details:
Name: Mr. Valappil Bhaskaranachan
Contact no: + 91 9605042573
Name: Mr. Panoli Mukundanachan
Contact no: + 91 9747589208
Name: Mr. Vijayan
Contact no: + 91 9400619947
How to get there:
The temple is on the way from Kannur to Thalassery at the Brennan College, Meethale Peedika Junction.
Nearest Railway Station: Thalassery Railway Station, about 4 km away.
Location
100 Theyyams of Kerala
Nagaraja and Nagakanni Theyyam
Vairajathan Theyyam
Pottan Theyyam