| Muttichur Kallattupuzha Sri Maha Siva Temple | |
|---|---|
 Temple Entrance | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Thrissur |
| Deity | Shiva |
| Festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
| Location | |
| Location | Anthikad |
| State | Kerala |
| Country |  India |
| Geographic coordinates | 10°26′35″N 76°06′22″E / 10.443147°N 76.105974°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Kerala style |
| Completed | Not known |
| Specifications | |
| Temple(s) | One |
| Monument(s) | 1 |
| Elevation | 33.03 m (108 ft) |
Muttichur Kallattupuzha Sri Maha Siva Temple, located in Anthikad in Thrissur district of Kerala.[1] This temple is a classic example of the Kerala style of architecture. Kallattupuzha Temple is situated on the banks of the Karuvannur River and the presiding deity of the temple is Shiva, located in main sanctum sanatorium, facing west. According to folklore, sage Parashurama has installed the idol. The temple is a part of the 108 famous Shiva temples in Kerala.[2]
Koka Sandesam
Muttichur and Siva Temple is mentioned in "Koka sandesam" poem, which is believed to have been written about 2700 years ago.
See also
References
- ↑ "108 Shiva temples of Kerala - Worshiped by Parasurama Information". www.vaikhari.org.
- ↑ "108 Shivalaya Nama Stotram - 108 Shivalaya Nama Stothra – Temples In India Information". www.templesinindiainfo.com. 9 July 2017.
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