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Historically
and culturally the importance of Wayanad lies very closely
linked with its temples. Thirunelly temple, Jain temples at
Sulthan Bahery and Panamaram and Valliyoorkav at Mananthavady
historically date back from 12th to 16th centuries and the
temples show that Wayanad was a habitat of mankind and place
of civilization even in very old times. These temples are
the living testimony of the cultural heritage of Wayanad.
D.T.P.C arranges conducted tour to these centres. |
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Thirunelly
Temple
It is known as 'Thekkan Kasi', of Kerala. It is believed,
that a dip in the river Papanasini, running crystal clear
down hill, wipes one off all sins. Thirunelly is 30 kms. north-east
of Manathavady. |
Valliyoorkav
Temple
It is 3 kms. east of Mananthavady. The 10 day festival during
the month of March-April is very famous. |
Puliyar
Mala Jain Temple
It is 5 kms noth of Kalpetta. This temple is devoted for Anantha
natha Swami, one of the saints of Jaina faith. |
Pallikunnu
Church
It is 12 kms. north of Kalpetta. The famous festival is in the
month of January. |
Varambetta
Mosque
It is the oldest mosque in Wayanad (300 years old), situated
15 kms. south-east of Kalpetta, near Padinjarathara.
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Festival
Calendar |
Major
festivals in Wayanad district are |
| Valliyurkavu
Temple |
March
14th - 28th |
Thirunelly Temple |
Karkidaka
Vavu in August |
Seethadevi Temple, Pulpally |
January
first week |
| Pallikkunnu
Church |
February
2nd week |
| Nadavayal
St. Thomas Church |
January
1st week |
| Varambatta
Mosque |
March
last week |
| Maidani
Mosque |
March-April
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