The temple is dedicated to Muthappan, a deity who embodies elements of both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, known locally as Thiruvappan or Valiya Muthapan and Vellatom or Cheriya Muthapan.
This temple attracts devotees who seek blessings for prosperity, protection, and spiritual guidance through traditional rituals, including the unique Muthappan Theyyam performances.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Annual Festival
The annual festival at Areekunnu Parasini Muthappan Temple is renowned for its vibrant cultural rituals and religious ceremonies. Highlights include Ganapathi Homam and Mrityunjaya Homam for invoking divine blessings, as well as traditional rituals like Dhaara, Abhishekam, and Deeparadhana conducted to honor the presiding deity, Kirathamoorthy. The festival also features colorful performances such as Thira, Poothan, Vellattu, Kalam Pattu, and Thengayeru, which attract devotees and visitors alike, fostering a sense of community and spiritual celebration.
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika, observed on the Kartika nakshatra in the Malayalam month of Vrischikam (November-December), is a festival celebrated with the lighting of lamps to symbolize spiritual illumination and dispel darkness. Devotees across Kerala and other regions light diyas both inside homes and around temples, honoring Goddess Bhagavathy and seeking her blessings for prosperity and protection. The festival creates a serene atmosphere of devotion and communal joy, bringing families together in prayer and celebration of traditional customs.
Contact Address: Areekunnu Parasini Muthappan Temple, Areekunne, Azhinjilam. P.O, Kozhikode, Kerala 673633
