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Kerala, also known as “God’s Land” has a city named Kannur. This city is famous for the number of temples and worshipping places it has. During British rule, people from all over the world used to come here for spiritual awakening. It was called the Cannanore at that time. The air of Kannur is incensed with countless temples and its soil is rich due to the hands of ancient gods. Several tourists visit this city owing to its picturesque views, churches, beaches, and most importantly temples that hold strong spiritual and sentimental values.
10 Famous Temples In Kannur
Temples in Kannur are of great importance to devotees, considering it people throng in huge numbers to seek blessings from these temples.
1. Kanhirangad Vaidyanath Temple
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Kanhirangad Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It also has idols of Bhagavathy, Ayyappan, and Ganapathy. People come here in huge numbers as it is believed that pilgrims who visit this temple get cured of their diseases. People with skin and eye disease are advised to pay a visit to this temple for treatment. Milk and water are offered to Lord Shiva. Tourists must visit this temple to experience the aura created here with bhajans and good vibes. It is one of the best temples in Kannur.
Timings: 8 AM – 6 PM
Location: Taliparamba, Manakavadu, Coorg Road
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2. Parassinikadavu Sree Muthappan Temple
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Parassinikadavu Sree Muthappan Temple is one of the famous temples in Kannur, where numerous devotees come in the hope of getting rid of all of their problems. Be it an upper-class devotee or a socially, or economically backward devotee, everyone comes here to pray and seek blessings. You must not leave Kannur without visiting this temple. Devotees believe that the deity ‘Muthappan’ is the God of solving all the problems. The location of the temple is also picturesque and offers a great view of the surroundings.
Timings: 5:45 AM – 9:30 PM
Location: Parassinikavadu
3. Taliparamba Rajarajeswar Temple
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Taliparamba Rajarajeswar Temple is a beautiful piece of architecture with marvellous illustrations of the ancient infrastructure. Lord Shiva’s temple is incarcerated here. This temple also has the tallest Shikara amongst all the temples of its time. A prasna is organised here which is an ancient astrological decision-making whenever there is any problem in any of the other temples. The women cannot enter the sanctum after 6 pm, as Lord Shiva supposedly comes to the temple to pray every evening.
Timings: 5 AM – 8:30 PM
Location: Temple Rd, Taliparamba, Kerala 670141
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4. Mridanga Saileswari Temple
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Mridanga Saileswari Temple is the most famous Devi temple in Kannur. It is dedicated to Mridanga Saileswari, who is called the goddess with four arms. People believe that every difficulty can be easily solved with her blessings. The Goddess Durga here is believed to have two forms – Mridangaleswari and Sreeporkali. It is ideal to visit this temple during Durga Puja, where you can enjoy the local festivities with the Kannur localities, and get to know their rich culture and rituals.
Timings: 5 AM – 9:30 PM
Location: Mridanga Shaileswary Temple Rd, Muzhakkunnu, Kerala 670703
5. Shree Vithoba Temple
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Shree Vithoba Temple in Kannur is a comparatively modern temple, which is 32 years old. The deity of Vithoda resides in this temple and is now one of the most attractive temples of Kannur. Goddess Rukmai also resides here and is worshipped to attain success in life. Devotees believe that Lord Vithoba makes all their wishes come true and ensures they live a long and happy life. It is also one of the popular temples in Kannur.
Timings: 8 AM – 6 PM
Location: Kurung Kadavu Road, Payyanur
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6. Subramanya Temple
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Subramanya Temple is visited a lot by devotees who feel bored and depressed from day-to-day life. They come here to seek peace and prosperity in life. They feel a sense of calm and solace at this temple. This temple has historical importance as it is believed that Rama and Laxmana halted here on their way to Sri Lanka and sought blessings from the deity to rescue Sita from Ravana’s captivity. It is one of the oldest temples of Kannur and Lord Subrahmanya, son of Lord Shiva, is the presiding deity here.
Timings: 6 AM – 9 PM
Location: Main Road, Payyanur
7. Trichambaram Shree Krishna Temple
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Trichambaram Shree Krishna Temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple has a simple front elevation, but the interior of this temple is filled with exquisite antiques, belonging to the 15th and 16th centuries. The temple got its name after a saint known as Sambaran, who did meditation here. A colorful event Utsavam is held every year from 6th March to 20th March. Tourists must plan to visit this temple during this time to see it in full colour.
Timings: 5 AM – 12 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
Location: Trichambaram, Taliparamba, Kerala 670141
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8. Sundareswara Temple
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Sundareswara Temple is one of the most visited temples in south India. This place is like heaven for all the Lord Shiva devotees. Here, Lord Shiva is worshipped as Lord Sundareswara, the ‘God of Beauty’. It is also famous as one of the largest temples in the Kannur district. The interior is majestic and designed and decorated by renowned artist and Shiva devotee – Sri Chaithanyaall Swami. Tourists must plan to visit this divine temple and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.
Timings: 5 AM – 12 PM, 5 PM – 8:15 PM
Location: Talap, Kannur, Kerala 670002
9. Thodeekalam Shiva Temple
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Thodeekalam Shiva Temple is more than 2000 years old and is revered for its mural paintings. These paintings are made of natural colours and depict the famous Shiva-Vaishnavite epic tales. The main deity Lord Shiva is known by the name of ‘Perumal’. The upper story of the temple is smaller than the ground floor. This temple exudes rustic charm and natural beauty. Tourists must plan to visit this temple and witness this historic marvel.
Timings: 5 AM – 12 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Location: Edumbapalam, Kerala 670702
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10. Annapoorneshwari Temple
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Annapoorneshwari Temple is a sacred shrine dedicated to the Goddess of Nourishment. The temple is located in a very peaceful setting and there is a serene and spiritual environment. The architecture of the temple is built in the Kerala style. The festivals and rituals offer a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural heritage of Kerala. This is a must-visit place amongst the lush Western Ghats.
Timings: 4:30 AM – 12 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Cherukunnu- Kayatteel Rd, Kannapuram, Kannur, Kerala 670301
Kannur is a coastal city with a lot of historical and religious significance. Once an ancient trading port is now a famous tourist destination. Temples in Kannur are very famous for their historical, architectural, and religious value. After worshipping the temples, tourists can also engage in visiting the beaches and wildlife sanctuaries here. Plan a trip with TripXL and embark on this divine journey.
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