Malappuram Wandoor Siva Temple – Kerala

Address

Malappuram Wandoor Siva Temple Wandoor, Malappuram District, Kerala 679328

Diety

Shiva

Introduction

Wandoor Siva Temple is a temple located at Wandoor (also known as Vandur), a town in Malappuram district in the state of Kerala, India. The Temple is believed to be more than 1000 years old, which holds a spiritual atmosphere around the temple. The Temple has a big pond. The presiding deity is called as Wandoor Shiva.

Puranic Significance

Wandoor used to be an important town of an unknown dynasty. The temple is known for its miracles. It is said that during Mahashivratri, if a devote of Shiva’s worshipped the lord, he would be granted spiritual powers and salvation. There is no evidence on the origin of this temple. It is said that the temple was built several centuries ago by an unknown dynasty. According to local folklore, the king of an unknown deity constructed this Siva temple as he was a great follower of Lord Shiva. The temple is considered amongst the oldest temples in the state. The architecture of the temple shows the traditional Indian style of architecture. There is a Garbhagriha wherein the idols of many gods and goddess installed. The sacred Shikaras of the temple resembles all other ancient Siva temples in the country.

Festivals

Mahashivratri is celebrated here. During Mahashivratri, devotees gather to have a sacred Darshan of God.

Century/Period/Age

1000 Years old

Managed By

Department of Archaeology

Nearest Bus Station

Wandoor

Nearest Railway Station

Vaniyambalam railway station

Nearest Airport

Calicut

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