Temples Of Kerala

Situated near Uppoottikkavala at Thazhathangadi in Kottayam, Kerala, Thaliyil Mahadeva temple astonishes one with its exceptionally intricate architecture and cultural opulence. Thalikotta (kotta means ‘fort’) was the fort that used to surround the temple. The temple is situated around 3 kms from Kottayam town. It was one of the most important places of worship for the erstwhile Thekkumkoor Rajas. Thekkumkoor was an independent kingdom in the southern part of Kerala in India, during 1750 CE.