Trikandiyur Shiva Temple
Thrikandiyoor Mahadeva Temple is one of the 108 Sivalayams. The Shivling Pratistha here was done by Parashurama. The Darshanam of Trikkandiyoor Shiva is towards east. Ambala Kulangara Bhagavathi located near the temple is believed to be the daughter of Shiva.
The vibrant legend, charming architecture and powerful deity all range among the attractions of this temple. Local History states that the temple was built in 823 CE by Cheraman Perumal. The temple was first managed by 48 Mussath families who were together known as Shivadiwjanambi. Later it came under the control of Alathiyoor Namboothiri Sabha. The temple was taken over by Vettathu King. When the Vettathu royal family became extinct, the temple was hand over to Samoothiri by British East India Company.
The temple has a huge Temple Pond. The reason for such a big pond is because there were constant fires in the house opposite the temple. Astrological investigations showed that, the heat from Lord Shivas third eye was causing the fires to the front house. Hence a huge tank was built to quench the heat.
Elephants are not allowed into the temple as there is the Prathista (consecration) of Lord Parashurama.
The temple was destroyed by Tipu Sultan. The temple was the rebuilt by Mandayapurathu Krishna Menon. Help towards rebuilding was provided by Vella Namboothiri of Panniyoor and Hydrose Kutty of Chavakkad.
Location
Tirur
Main Deity
Lord Siva
Other Deities
Lord Ganesh, Lord Parashuram, Lord Vishnu, Naagam, Anthimahakalan, & Lord Ayyappan.
Festivals
Vaav Ulsavam is the main festival.
Main Offerings
Dhara, Mrithunjaya Homam.
How To Reach
By Air: Calicut International Airport is 34.8 KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Tirur Railway Station is located 1.4 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Tirur KSRTC is located at 1.6 KM from the Temple.