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Ottapalam
Ottapalam is a small town in Palakkad District in Malabar region, Kerala, India.
Ottapalam at a Glance
Why Ottapalam?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Chinakkathoor Temple
- Vilwadrinatha Temple
- Panayur Palur Shiva Temple
- Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple
- Killikkurussi Shiva temple
- Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple
Ottapalam at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Chinakkathoor Temple: Chinakkathoor Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple located at Palappuram near Ottapalam in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The temple is well-known for the Chinakkathoor pooram held annually in the Malayalam month of Kumbham.
- Vilwadrinatha Temple: The Vilwadrinatha Temple is a Hindu temple in Thiruvilwamala, a town in Thrissur district, Keralam, India. The principal deities are Rama, the seventh incarnation of the god Vishnu, and his brother, Lakshmana.
- Panayur Palur Shiva Temple: Panayur Shiva Temple is located at Vaniyamkulam village in Palakkad district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing East.
- Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple: Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple a Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva situated on the banks of Gayathripuzha, a tributary of Bharathappuzha, at Kondazhy of Thrissur District in Kerala state in India. The Kondazhy Temple is one of the important temples in Kingdom of Cochin.
- Killikkurussi Shiva temple: Killikkurussi Shiva temple or Killikkurussi Mahadeva temple or "Killikkurussimangalam Shiva temple" is a Siva temple situated at Killikkurussi in the neighbourhood of Lakkidi, Palakkad, Kerala in India. This temple is dedicated to Shiva.
- Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple: The Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Mayannur of Thrissur District of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi.
Sightseeing Places
- Chinakkathoor Temple: Chinakkathoor Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple located at Palappuram near Ottapalam in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The temple is well-known for the Chinakkathoor pooram held annually in the Malayalam month of Kumbham.
- Vilwadrinatha Temple: The Vilwadrinatha Temple is a Hindu temple in Thiruvilwamala, a town in Thrissur district, Keralam, India. The principal deities are Rama, the seventh incarnation of the god Vishnu, and his brother, Lakshmana.
- Panayur Palur Shiva Temple: Panayur Shiva Temple is located at Vaniyamkulam village in Palakkad district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing East.
- Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple: Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple a Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva situated on the banks of Gayathripuzha, a tributary of Bharathappuzha, at Kondazhy of Thrissur District in Kerala state in India. The Kondazhy Temple is one of the important temples in Kingdom of Cochin.
- Killikkurussi Shiva temple: Killikkurussi Shiva temple or Killikkurussi Mahadeva temple or "Killikkurussimangalam Shiva temple" is a Siva temple situated at Killikkurussi in the neighbourhood of Lakkidi, Palakkad, Kerala in India. This temple is dedicated to Shiva.
- Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple: The Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Mayannur of Thrissur District of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi.
Temples
- Chinakkathoor Temple: Chinakkathoor Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple located at Palappuram near Ottapalam in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The temple is well-known for the Chinakkathoor pooram held annually in the Malayalam month of Kumbham.
- Vilwadrinatha Temple: The Vilwadrinatha Temple is a Hindu temple in Thiruvilwamala, a town in Thrissur district, Keralam, India. The principal deities are Rama, the seventh incarnation of the god Vishnu, and his brother, Lakshmana.
- Panayur Palur Shiva Temple: Panayur Shiva Temple is located at Vaniyamkulam village in Palakkad district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing East.
- Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple: Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple a Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva situated on the banks of Gayathripuzha, a tributary of Bharathappuzha, at Kondazhy of Thrissur District in Kerala state in India. The Kondazhy Temple is one of the important temples in Kingdom of Cochin.
- Killikkurussi Shiva temple: Killikkurussi Shiva temple or Killikkurussi Mahadeva temple or "Killikkurussimangalam Shiva temple" is a Siva temple situated at Killikkurussi in the neighbourhood of Lakkidi, Palakkad, Kerala in India. This temple is dedicated to Shiva.
- Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple: The Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Mayannur of Thrissur District of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi.
Places That Define Ottapalam
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Chinakkathoor Temple
Chinakkathoor Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple located at Palappuram near Ottapalam in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The temple is well-known for the Chinakkathoor pooram held annually in the Malayalam month of Kumbham.
Vilwadrinatha Temple
The Vilwadrinatha Temple is a Hindu temple in Thiruvilwamala, a town in Thrissur district, Keralam, India. The principal deities are Rama, the seventh incarnation of the god Vishnu, and his brother, Lakshmana.
Panayur Palur Shiva Temple
Panayur Shiva Temple is located at Vaniyamkulam village in Palakkad district, in Kerala, India. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing East.
Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple
Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple a Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva situated on the banks of Gayathripuzha, a tributary of Bharathappuzha, at Kondazhy of Thrissur District in Kerala state in India. The Kondazhy Temple is one of the important temples in Kingdom of Cochin.
Killikkurussi Shiva temple
Killikkurussi Shiva temple or Killikkurussi Mahadeva temple or "Killikkurussimangalam Shiva temple" is a Siva temple situated at Killikkurussi in the neighbourhood of Lakkidi, Palakkad, Kerala in India. This temple is dedicated to Shiva.
Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple
The Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Mayannur of Thrissur District of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Sri Kurumba Bhagavathi.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 62 km from Ottapalam.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Ottapalam railway station, about 0 km from central Ottapalam.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Ottapalam (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–33°C with about 289 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Ottapalam (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 357 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Ottapalam (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 180 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Ottapalam (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–34°C with about 25 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: Ottapalam is a small town in Palakkad District in Malabar region, Kerala, India.
- Overview: Ottapalam is a small town in Palakkad District in Malabar region, Kerala, India.
- Ancient History: The area was formerly known as Ayirur Thekkummuri Desam. The present-day Ottapalam, Pattambi and Cherpulassery areas were part of the medieval Nedunganad kingdom. Nedunganathiripad (Nedungadi) was the main ruler of Nedunganad. The headquarters was at Makovilakam near Kodikunnu, Chembulangad.
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Significance
The area was formerly known as Ayirur Thekkummuri Desam. The present-day Ottapalam, Pattambi and Cherpulassery areas were part of the medieval Nedunganad kingdom.
Spiritual Significance
The area was formerly known as Ayirur Thekkummuri Desam. The present-day Ottapalam, Pattambi and Cherpulassery areas were part of the medieval Nedunganad kingdom.
Pilgrimage Traditions
Ottapalam is the location of most Malayalam films because of the beauty of the paddy fields, coconut plantations and banana plantations here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ottapalam is most comfortable in November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 38°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 62 km away. The nearest railway station is Ottapalam railway station, about 0 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Chinakkathoor Temple, Vilwadrinatha Temple, Panayur Palur Shiva Temple, Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple, Killikkurussi Shiva temple and Mayannur Kavu Sri Kurumba Bagavathy 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 38°C over the year, with about 2413 mm of rain in total.
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