Alattiyur Hanuman Temple
Overview
- •Alathiyur Hanuman Temple, also known as Alathiyur Perumthrikkovil or Hanuman Kavu, is a famous Hindu temple between the Ponnani River and the Bharathappuzha at Alathiyur near Tirur, Malappuram district, Kerala state, India.
Highlights
- Although the main deity is Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu, Hanuman, believed to be an incarnation of Shiva and a devotee of Rama and a Chiranjivi, is as famous as the main deity in the temple.
- Also reside in the temple as sub-deities of equal importance: Lakshmana, Ganesha, Maha Vishnu, Durga, Bhadrakali, Ayyappan, and Naga deities.
- According to legend, the idol of Hanuman was consecrated 3000 years ago (1000 AD) by Sage Vasishtha, one of the Saptarishis.
- Over the years, the custodians of the temple were the Alathiyur village Nambudiri Clan, the King of Vettathunad, and the Samuthiri of Kozhikode.
- Aval is the main offering in this temple.
Dress Code
Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.
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FlexibleAlathiyur Hanuman Temple, also known as Alathiyur Perumthrikkovil or Hanuman Kavu, is a famous Hindu temple between the Ponnani River and the Bharathappuzha at Alathiyur near Tirur, Malappuram district, Kerala state, India.
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Alathiyur Hanuman Temple, also known as Alathiyur Perumthrikkovil or Hanuman Kavu, is a famous Hindu temple between the Ponnani River and the Bharathappuzha at Alathiyur near Tirur, Malappuram district, Kerala state, India.
It is about 3.8 km from central Tirur.
The most comfortable months are March, April, November and December; January is the hottest, with highs around 33°C.
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October to March
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