Subramanya Temple
A famous pilgrim center in the North Malabar region of Kerala, Sree Peralassery temple is situated at Peralassery in Kannur. The main deity worshipped here is Lord Subramanya. The temple traces its origin to the Thretha Yuga.
The legend is that Rama and Laxmana on their way to Sri Lanka halted at this temple and sought the blessings of the deity to rescue Sita from the captivity of Ravana. Bronze and copper idols of snakes spotted everywhere in the temple.
The temple is famous for snake worship. Hen’s eggs are the main offerings in the temple.
A beautiful stepped-up tank is under renovation. This rectangular pond has an impressive architecture with countless steps leading into the pool from all the four sides. The local belief is that on the day of Thulam Sankramam, water from the Cauvery will reach the well of temple pond.
Location
Peralasseri
Main Deity
Lord Subramanya
Other Deities
Lord Aiyyappa, Lord Ganeshan Naga Devatas & Bhagavathy
Festivals
The annual Kodiyettam festival is a key attraction here and usually falls in December.
Main Offerings
Hen’s Eggs, Mukha Kalabham, Appanivedhyam, Bhagavathi Kalasam, Niramala.
How To Reach
By Air: Kannur International Airport is situated 17.7 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Kannur KSRTC Bus Depot is 14.4 KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Kannur Railway Station is situated 15.3 KM from the Temple.