Paarappuram Sree Muthappan Madappura is a revered temple dedicated to Sree Muthappan, a folk deity worshipped widely in North Malabar region. Sree Muthappan is considered a benevolent deity who is believed to protect his devotees from evil spirits and bring prosperity and well-being.
Devotees from various backgrounds and beliefs visit the temple seeking blessings and solace from Sree Muthappan.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruvappana Maholsavam
The Thiruvappana Maholsavam, celebrated during the Makaram month (January-February) in the Malayalam calendar, is a grand festival held at the Parappuram Sree Muthappan Madappura in Aanapeedika, Kannur. During this auspicious occasion, elaborate processions carrying the idols of Sree Muthappan are taken out, accompanied by traditional music and dance performances, creating a vibrant atmosphere of devotion and celebration.
Puthari Vellattam
Puthari Vellattam is a significant invocative ritual held prior to the main Theyyam performance at certain temples in Kerala. It serves as a preparatory act to invoke the divine presence of the deity. In the context of the temple you mentioned, Puthari Vellattam likely refers to a specific variant of the Vellattam ritual performed for the Karnavar Theyyam, the primary deity of the Vannan community.
Contact Address: Paarappuram Sree Muthappan Madappura, Aanapeedika, Kannur, Kerala
