Sree Chakrapani Temple
Sri Chakrapani Temple is dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu. The Sankalpa of the Deity is that of Lord Vishnu releasing Gajendra from the cycle of rebirth (Moksh). According to history, Gajendra Moksha took place in this temple's pond, known as 'Thamarakkulam'.
The idol of Chakrapani is a four armed and nearly 6 feet tall. Three ponds with the names Thamarakkulam, Valiyakulam and Cheriyakulam are famous.
Legend has it that the idol in the sanctum sanctorum was worshipped by Pushkara Brahmanar a resident of Kanchipuram. The murti was retrieved by him from the nearby pond (Thamarakulam).
Location
Trikarpur
Main Deity
Lord Maha Vishnu
Other Deities
Lord Ganesha, Lord Aiyappa and Goddess Durga.
Festivals
The Annual festival is during Ashtami Rohini. The birthstar of Lord Krishna.
Main Offerings
Neipayasam (Rice Porridge made from Sugar & Ghee).
How To Reach
By Air: Mangaluru International Airport is the nearest International Airport situated at 110KM.
By Road: Payyanur KSRTC is 6.1KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Payyanur Railway Station is 5.1KM from the Temple.