Sree Andaloor Kavu is a famous sacred grove temple at Dharmadam, Kannur, known for its unique Andalur Utsavam. The temple is especially noted for Theyyam performances representing Ramayana characters such as Rama, Lakshmana, Hanuman, Bali and Sugriva.
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Sree Andaloor Kavu is believed to be an ancient temple with deep roots in the traditional Theyyam culture of Malabar. Over centuries, the temple became an important spiritual and cultural centre in Kannur, especially known for the Andalur Kavu Kaliyattam festival. The temple preserves old ritual traditions, sacred grove practices and unique Ramayana-themed Theyyam performances that continue to attract devotees, researchers and cultural enthusiasts from across Kerala.
The temple is widely known for its Ramayana-based Theyyam rituals and vibrant annual Kaliyattam festival celebrated during the Malayalam month of Kumbham. Thousands of devotees and visitors gather here every year to witness the traditional performances, rituals and spiritual atmosphere. Andaloor Kavu is also respected for preserving the ancient sacred grove culture of Kerala.
According to temple legend, during the Sita Swayamvaram, a divine spark from the bow broken by Lord Rama fell at this sacred place and transformed into powerful spiritual energy. Sage Narada later advised Lord Parasurama to consecrate the deities of Rama, Lakshmana and Hanuman here. The Theyyams performed at the temple symbolically recreate scenes and characters from the Ramayana, making the festival a living representation of the epic.
Andalur, Dharmadam, Thalassery, Kannur, Kerala - 670661.
Dharmadam, Kannur, Kerala, India
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