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Cherpulassery
Cherpulassery (also known by its former name Cherpulacherry) is a town and municipality in the Palakkad district, of Kerala, India. Cherpulassery is often called the Sabarimala of Malabar as the famous Ayyappankavu temple is located here .
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- Pariyanampatta Bhagavathi Temple
Cherpulassery at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Pariyanampatta Bhagavathi Temple: The Pariyanempatta Bhagavathi Temple is one of the famous temples of Kerala, India, dedicated to Bhagavathy. This is one of the largest Devi temples of Valluvanad Desam in Palghat district.
Sightseeing Places
- Pariyanampatta Bhagavathi Temple: The Pariyanempatta Bhagavathi Temple is one of the famous temples of Kerala, India, dedicated to Bhagavathy. This is one of the largest Devi temples of Valluvanad Desam in Palghat district.
Temples
- Pariyanampatta Bhagavathi Temple: The Pariyanempatta Bhagavathi Temple is one of the famous temples of Kerala, India, dedicated to Bhagavathy. This is one of the largest Devi temples of Valluvanad Desam in Palghat district.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 49 km from Cherpulassery.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Kulukkallur railway station, about 8 km from central Cherpulassery.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Cherpulassery (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–33°C with about 328 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Cherpulassery (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 366 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Cherpulassery (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 184 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Cherpulassery (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–34°C with about 33 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 23°C.
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History
- Summary: Cherpulassery (also known by its former name Cherpulacherry) is a town and municipality in the Palakkad district, of Kerala, India. Cherpulassery is often called the Sabarimala of Malabar as the famous Ayyappankavu temple is located here .
- Overview: Cherpulassery (also known by its former name Cherpulacherry) is a town and municipality in the Palakkad district, of Kerala, India. Cherpulassery is often called the Sabarimala of Malabar as the famous Ayyappankavu temple is located here . The Puthanalakkal Bhagavathi temple and the Kalavela and Pooram associated with it is one of the largest festivals in the region.
- Ancient History: Cherpulassery (Cher- east side of pulasseri) was the seat of Nedungethirppad, the chief of Nedunganad, one of the principalities mentioned in the Chera inscriptions. The Nedunganad Swaroopam dynasty, held sway over the present-day Pattambi and Ottapalam Taluks till it was first conquered by Valluvanad in the early parts of 15th century, and immediately afterwards by the Zamorin of Calicut. The Zamorin appointed his local chieftain at Tharakkal Variyam to rule the area. Cherpulassery was made the headquarters of South Malabar during British Raj.
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Significance
Cherpulassery (Cher- east side of pulasseri) was the seat of Nedungethirppad, the chief of Nedunganad, one of the principalities mentioned in the Chera inscriptions.
Spiritual Significance
Cherpulassery (Cher- east side of pulasseri) was the seat of Nedungethirppad, the chief of Nedunganad, one of the principalities mentioned in the Chera inscriptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cherpulassery is most comfortable in November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is March (average high 37°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 49 km away. The nearest railway station is Kulukkallur railway station, about 8 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Pariyanampatta Bhagavathi Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 37°C over the year, with about 2606 mm of rain in total.
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