Sree Ramaswami Temple
Sree Ramaswami Temple dedicated to Sri Rama is one of the most important temples in Malabar and the oldest among the four temples dedicated to Lord Rama in Kerala. The temple is well-known for the exquisite carvings on the walls which are believed to have been done nearly 400 years ago. As the temple roof is made with copper sheets, it is locally known as 'chempadicha melkoora' (brass pagoda).
A part of the temple was damaged by Tipu Sultan's troops in the 18th century, but the temple is believed to have been saved from destruction.
The temple is one of the five major shrines dedicated to Sree Rama in Kerala. The other four are at Thrinayamkudam (Vaikom), Triprayar, Thiruvilluamala and Kadalur.
Location
Thiruvangadi
Main Deity
Lord Sree Ram
Other Deities
Lord Hanuman, Bhagavathy, Dhakshinamurthy, Lord Ganapathi, Lord Subrahnayan and Vana Sasthavu (forest dweller Aiyyappa)
Festivals
Rama Navami, The seven day long annual festival of the temple, 'Vishnu Mahotsavam' is held in the month of Medam (April -May).
Main Offerings
Kalahabhishekam, Udayasthamana Pooja, Sarvadeepam Theliyikkal, 61/4 Namaskaram, Sreekovil Neyvilakku.
How To Reach
By Air: Kannur International Airport is situated 25.8 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Thalassery KSRTC Bus Stand is 4.2 KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Thalassery Railway Station is situated 2.3 KM from the Temple.