Thayyil Sree Venkataramana Temple Kannur Kerala

Thayyil Sree Venkataramana Temple Kannur Kerala

The temple is located at Thayyil. The deity is Venkataramana. Goddess Mahamaya is also present here in a separate shrine. Prior to the temple took its shape, there was a Mutt known as Venkatesh Bhat’s Mutt. The Mutt was established in 17th century by Venkatesh Bhat who had migrated from Mangalore. The temple belongs to Gauda Saraswat Brahmin community. The temple has supreme divinity. The devotees come from far and near. Praying and seeing the deity are considered as a great relief from all problems. The Darshan (praying and seeing) during Navarathri days is considered more beneficial. Santhanalabha (child to childless), invisible hand of help for all those who require it , success in wedlock, success in business and profession are some among many benefits showered by the divine power. Many festivals celebrated. New Year Day is a festival day. During this day Samudra Pooja (rituals to sea) is conducted on the beach near the temple as a respect for nature. Several coconuts offered to the sea to usher prosperity to the mankind during this day. The New Year Day also marks the beginning of 45-day special Pooja (a ritual). During these days the idol is brought out to the Vasatha Mandap (stage) for Pooja. At this time the idol is kept in a cradle. This 45-day Pooja festival is called Palla Pooja (cradle ritual). Navarathri festival, which is the main festival, follows. Each day has specific rituals and programmes are held. 9th day is earmarked for Deviroopa (drawing the portrayal of goddess with multi-colour powder), employing ancient techniques. The divine palanquin is taken out to the sea-shore in grand colourful procession accompanied by drum-beats and percussion musics as conclusion of the festival. The conclusion day of Navarathri marks the beginning of 41-day Paschimjagaran rituals. A 24-hour non-stop recital of Bhajans showering praise on Lord Vittal and goddess Rukmai is the end process. During this day there is the Hulpo procession to the temple. Children from the neighbourhood carrying on head fruit-trays constitute the procession. Karthika Panchami is also celebrated as a festival on large scale.

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