Sree Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple - Featured Reviews (509)
The Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga, who resides here in three forms, Bhadrakali, Vana Durga and Jala Durga. A 15 day festival, Valliyoorkav is a prominent attraction of this temple. This is the biggest festive in wayanad district people from different cast and religion will be there in the part of the festival . The festival is organised during the months of February, March or April depends on the Malayalam calendar . This temple is situated at a distance of around 2 km from Mananthavady town and 24 km from Kalpetta near
Beautiful Temple.Very calm and quiet place . Festival in this temple is the largest festival in wayanad.The festival usually occurs during the month of March every year.Good Parking Facility Is Available Here .
The Valliyoorkkavu Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Mananthavady, Wayanad district, Kerala, India. Dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy (also known as Durga), the temple holds significance for its annual festival, known as Valliyoorkkavu Pooram. This festival, celebrated during March/April, involves vibrant processions, cultural performances, and rituals. The temple is revered by devotees and visitors for its historical importance and architectural beauty, attracting pilgrims and tourists alike.
Spacious, located amidst dense vegetation, a very well maintained temple The official incharge was very courteous and came out requesting us to have a meal they arrange every afternoon. Goddess is simply divine. Magestic appears, Soumya in her ugra roopa. A very scenic ride from wayanad.
Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathy Temple, the 14th-century temple dedicated to goddess Durga is located at the high hills of Valliyoorkavu, 3 KM's from Mananthavady town in Wayanad district of Kerala. It is believed that the idol of the goddess is self-manifested. The temple is a prominent place of worship for tribal communities. The goddess manifests in three forms, 'Vana Durga' (forest goddess), 'Jala Durga'(Water goddess) and 'Bhadrakaali' (The auspicious form of goddess Kali who protects the good). Best Time to Visit Valliyoorkavu The best time to visit Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple is in March every year, during the temple festival. It typically starts on March 14 and goes on for 14 days. Interesting Facts and Trivias About Valliyoorkavu The temple is famous for its unique rituals that give importance to the tribal people around Wayanad. In old times, the festival was used to conduct the slave trade of the tribal people. The temple is believed to be the guardian of the nearby Mananthavady town. Entrance Fee of Valliyoorkavu There is no fee to enter Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple but offerings and ceremonies are charged separately. Opening Hours of Valliyoorkavu Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple opens throughout the day for visitors but if you are visiting for ceremonies, the opening timings are 8:30 AM, 12 PM, and 8.30 PM.
Valliyoorkkavu is an ancient Bhagavathy temple located near Mananthavady in the Wayanad district. The temple is for Goddess Durga as its presiding deity in three forms namely: Vana Durga, Bhadrakali, and Jala Durga.
The Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathy Temple, located near Mananthavady in Wayanad district is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy. Worshipped in three of principal forms of Goddess- Vana Durga, Bhadrakali and Jala Durga, the temple is famous for the annual 14-day festival. The festival falls in the Malayalam month of Meenam (From 1-14). The sword of Valliyooramma will be brought from the Palliyara Bhagavathy temple at Pandikkadavu near Mananthavady by the chief priest on the first day, which marks the beginning of the festival. Here the kodiyettu (ceremonial flag hoisting) is performed only on the seventh day of the festival by tribal chieftains. The temple has many numerous rituals held during the festival include the oppana varavu, a procession from Cheramkode Bhagavathy temple at Kallody near Mananthavady and Adiyaras, a procession with tender coconut for abhishekam (ablution) marks the arattu of Valliyooramma. The festival concluded when the oppana varavu returns to Cheramkode Bhagavathy temple after the rudhirakkolam, a symbolic fight between Goddess and the demon king, Darika, in which the Bhagavathy wins. During the festival, the temple premises witness the performance of traditional ritual arts like Kalamezhuthum pattum, Eedum koorum (a special dance performed by orcales) and Sopananritham. The tribal dance performed by the tribe here using folk percussion instruments are another highlight of this festival. Main Attraction Oppana Varavu, Abhishekam, Rudhirakkolam, Kalamezhuthum Pattum, Eedum Koorum
One of the best festival experience.The atmosphere and the vibe hits differently
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Where is Sree Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple Located ?
Sree Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple Located in Mananthavady of Wayanad. The complete address is R23H+QXH Sree Valliyoorkavu Bhagavathi Temple, Mananthavady Bypass Rd, Valliyoorkavu, Mananthavady, Kerala 670645.
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Pazhassi tomb in Kalpetta in Wayanad district is a commemoration to Pazhassi Raja - 'the Lion of Kerala'. The burial was constructed in the place where his body was cremated and is located on the banks of the Kabani River in Mananthavady. In March 1
Best place in the area to explore and understand the past. Good museum, nice artifacts. I enjoyed every moment when visiting that place. There was so much to know. The place also provides a nice view, and can be relaxing.
Small but having jwellery shops and dress store. The supermarket is available with ample stock of almost all products. Parking too available for 2 & 4 wheeler.
