Thirssur Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple- Kerala

Address

Thirssur Kondazhy Thrithamthali Siva-Parvathy Temple Kondazhy, Thrissur district, Kerala 679106

Diety

Shiva Amman: Parvati

Introduction

• Name: Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple
• Location: Situated on the banks of Gayathripuzha, a tributary of Bharathappuzha, in Kondazhy, Thrissur District, Kerala, India.
• Historical Significance: The temple is one of the significant temples in the Kingdom of Cochin and is part of the 108 famous Shiva temples in Kerala. According to legend, Sage Parashurama installed the idol of Lord Shiva at the southern bank of the river Nila.

Puranic Significance

• Historical Context: During the rule of the Chera dynasty, Kerala was administratively divided into eighteen tiers, each governed by a major temple. The Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple serves as the central temple among these eighteen.
• Age: This temple is believed to be over 1000 years old.
• Deities: In addition to the main shrine of Lord Shiva, the temple complex includes:
  • A dedicated temple for Goddess Parvathi.
  • 11 sub-deities, which include:
    • The three sons of Lord Shiva: Ganapathi, Subrahmanya, and Ayyappan.
    • Mahavishnu.
    • Bhadrakali.
    • Navagrahas (the nine planetary deities).
    • Hanuman.
    • Serpent deities.
    • Brahmarakshassu (spirits of the deceased).
• Historical Events: The temple is believed to have been destroyed during the conquest of Tipu Sultan during his invasion of Kerala. Following this destruction, the temple’s sculptures and architecture remained in disrepair for nearly two hundred years.

Festivals

• While specific festivals related to the Kondazhy Tritham Tali Siva Temple were not detailed in the provided text, major temple festivals typically include annual celebrations honoring Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi, along with rituals dedicated to the sub-deities. These festivals often attract large gatherings of devotees and celebrate the rich cultural heritage associated with the temple.

Century/Period/Age

1000-2000 Years old

Managed By

Travancore Devaswom Board.

Nearest Bus Station

Kayampoovam Bus Stop

Nearest Railway Station

Palappuram Junction

Nearest Airport

Kochi

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