Athadi Shiva Temple, Kerala

Address

Athadi Shiva Temple, Areakode, Malappuram Urangattiri, Kerala 673639

Diety

Shiva

Introduction

From Areakode, Malappuram, circle Kerala district. This dilapidated Shiva temple is located (Athadi Siva temple). This Siva temple was destroyed and all Hindus of the locality forcefully converted to Islam during the Tipu invasion. Temple is now in a very sorry state. This temple dates back to the 10Th century, the Tipu sultan dynasty. The primary deity is Lord Shiva in Lingam form, and Nandi in front, No other deity here. The villager performs poojas on some special date. However, a nearby Hindu family is lighting the lamp. They destroyed many parts of the temple and attempted to break Shivling to pieces.

Century/Period/Age

10th century A.D.

Nearest Bus Station

Urangattiri

Nearest Railway Station

Feroke.

Nearest Airport

Kozhikode

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