According to scriptures, Vadakkum Thottam Devi is regarded as the younger sister of Mannyatt Bhagavathi.During temple festivals at Vadakkum Thottam, it is customary to commence the procession from the Mannyatt Tharavadu after offering worship to Mannyatt Bhagavathi and presenting offerings.
The Vadakkum Thottam Temple, recently renovated, is situated just 1 km away from the Mannyatt Tharavadu.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Installation Day Festival
The Installation Day Festival, also known as Pratishta Dinam or Pranapratishta Mahotsavam, commemorates the consecration and installation of the deity in a Hindu temple. It is a significant occasion marked by elaborate rituals, prayers, and festivities.
Mandala Vilakk Maholsavam
The Mandala Vilakk Maholsavam is a one-day festival celebrated with grandeur, typically observed in Hindu temples, especially in Kerala. This festival encompasses various rituals, cultural performances, and devotional activities.Thottam Pattu, traditional songs praising the gods and goddesses, are sung during the festival, adding to the spiritual ambiance.
Contact Address: Sree Vadakkan Thottam Kshethram, Kanookkara, Kozhikode, Kerala
