Kaliyatta Mahotsavam
It is said that the deity was brought from Narikkottu manor and spiritually cleansed with holy water before it was consecrated on a pedestal. The temple is situated at the Pariyaram Panchayathu stop on the Payyanur route. Theyyams performed here range from Pulloor Kaali, Pullikkarinkaali, Pulloor Kandan, Pulikkandan, Karinthiri Nair, Vishnumoorthy, Raktha Chamundi, Kurathiyamma, Kundoor Chamundi and both southern and northern Gulikans.
Disclaimer
In Kerala, festival dates are decided in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and the local traditions and customs. We have calculated the festival dates based on these. But there can be changes in the dates according the customs and rituals associated with each place of worship. As such, these should be considered only as approximate dates and have to be confirmed with the local authorities.
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