Poonthanam Illam

A traditional Kerala-style house in Malappuram district, Poonthanam Illam was once the home of the legendary poet, Poonthanam Namboothiri. Famous for his masterpiece the Janappana (Song of Knowledge), Poonthanam Namboothiri was a proponent of the Bhakti Movement that gripped the nation. His devotion to Guruvayurappan (Lord Krishna) is well known and the legend has it that the Lord himself approved of his works and overall humility. Today the house is maintained by the Guruvayur Devaswom and is a great reminder of the life and times of a master artisan.

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Angadippuram, about 8 km

Nearest airport: Calicut International Airport, about 32 km | Kannur International Airport, about 160 km

Where to Stay

Hotel

Chengara Heritage

Near Railway Gate, Marungath Colony
Perinthalmanna
4933-249249 249999
9207070723, 9207070743

Approximate Distance: 8.54 KM

Serviced Villa

WHITE FLOWER MOUNTAIN RESORT

6282995561

Approximate Distance: 9.86 KM

Tour Operator

Pompi Travels

Alankar Building , Opp Federal bank , Pattambi Road
Perinthalmanna
493-3222220
9447928593

Approximate Distance: 8.76 KM

Hotel

Rose Residency

Hospital Road
484-2765508 2761556

Approximate Distance: 8.41 KM

Location

Latitude: 11.049291, Longitude: 76.231284