The legend narrates that Vettakkorumakan was born when Shiva, in the form of a Kirata (hunter), sought to deliver the powerful weapon Pashupatastra to the warrior Arjuna.
This temple is a significant place of worship, attracting devotees who seek blessings for courage, strength, and protection.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thenga Earum Pattum Maholsavam
Thilannur Sree Vettakkorumakan Temple in Kannur celebrates the Thenga Earum Pattum Maholsavam, a unique festival where the main ritual involves breaking coconuts. This act symbolizes the devotees offerings and prayers for strength and prosperity. The festival, deeply rooted in tradition, includes various cultural performances and rituals, creating a vibrant and spiritually uplifting atmosphere for the participants.
Ramayana Maasa Acharanam
The Kalam Pooja ritual held at Thilannur Sree Vettakkorumakan Temple in Kannur district is a significant and elaborate ceremony. During this ritual, a colorful and intricate depiction of Vettakkorumakan is created on the floor using natural powders and pigments. Devotees gather around the Kalam to offer prayers and perform rituals, invoking the deity's blessings for protection and prosperity. The pooja, accompanied by traditional music and chants, enhances the spiritual ambiance, making it a deeply revered event.
Contact Address: Thilannur Sree Vettakkorumakan Temple, Thilanoor, Kannur, Kerala 670006
