Vettathu Kavu Temple
The ancient temple is Located at Tirur in Malappuram. It is believed that the deity is the family deity of Vettom dynasty. History observes, the last king of the dynasty to have reigned during the later part of 18th century.
The legend has it that the then king - a devotee of goddess Mookambika pleaded when she appeared before him, to come to his land - Vettom. Devi consented and it is believed that she resides in the palace. From then the King offered ablutions and was worshiping Devi regularly. The palace ground where the offerings were made to the Devi was considered to be the original sanctum - 'Sreemoolasthanam' - of the temple complex.
The present temple was built later, a few feet away from the 'Sreemoolasthanam'. The presiding deity in the sanctum sanctorum is Goddess Mookambika. Towards the south-west of the temple, lies the huge tank called the "valiya chira" which was used by the royal family. On the north - west, an octa-angled tank, "Elanthikulam" is situated.
Location
Vettom
Main Deity
Goddess Adi Parashakti (Goddess Mookambika)
Other Deities
Lord Shiva- Parvathi, Lord Ganesha, Lord Ayappa, Brahmarakshas and Naga Deity.
Festivals
Annual festivals are celebrated during the month of March (Malayalam month of Meenam) which is also considered the 'Punhapradishta' day.
Main Offerings
Samvadasookthampushpanjali, Kadinapayasam, Bhagavathyseva, Kedavilakku, Mangallyapushpanjali, Sahasranamapushpanjali.
How To Reach
By Air: Calicut International Airport is situated 41.5 KM from the temple.
By Rail: Tirur Railway Station is situated 7.7 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Malappuram KSRTC Bus Stand is situated 34.1 KM from the Temple.