Tali Maha Kshetram is an ancient temple in the heart of Kozhikode town. Lord Shiva is the presiding deity. It is believed that Sri Parasuraman installed the Jyothirlingam in the sanctum of the temple towards the end of Dwaparayuga. The temple is one kilometer to the east of Kozhikode railway station. The busy Palayam market surrounds it. …
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Edakkal Cave is on top of a hill which is 1,200 metres (3,900 feet) above sea level. The nearest small town is Ambalavayal (5.8 km) …
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Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple is one of the best-loved temples in Kerala. The presiding deity is Sri Krishna, He is the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu and a supreme god in his own right. The main idol is a four-armed Krishna in a standing position. He carries the conch Panchajanya, the discus Sudarshana Chakra, the mace Kaumodaki and a lotus. This image represents the majestic form of Vishnu. At the time of Krishna’s birth, he had revealed the form to his parents Vasudeva and Devaki. …
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Arakkal Museum reveals heirlooms of the Arakkal dynasty. Arakkal kingdom was the only Muslim-ruled state in Kerala prior to the British era. They ruled Kannur and Lakshadweep Islands. The Arakkal clan descended from a princess of the Kolathiri royal family. …
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