Mazhuvannur Maha Siva Kshethram
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Mazhuvannur Maha Siva Temple | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Hinduism |
District | Wayanad |
Deity | Shiva |
Festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
Location | |
Location | Porunnanore |
State | Kerala |
Country | India |
Geographic coordinates | 11°43′53″N 75°59′16″E / 11.731295°N 75.987685°E |
Architecture | |
Type | Architecture of Kerala |
Specifications | |
Temple(s) | One |
Elevation | 802.29 m (2,632 ft) |
Mazhuvannur Maha Siva Kshethram
Legends
It is believed that the name Mazhuvannur is derived from the Malayalam words "Mazhu" (Axe), "Vanna" (Come), "Oor" (Place), which means "the place where axe had fallen".
Legend speaks of Lord Shiva appearing to Banasura after his arduous tapas (meditation) and offering him a wish. Banasura used this to ask Lord Shiva to guard his Kingdom. Lord Sbiva and
Functions and activities
Daily pooja has been carried out in this temple from ancient times. During festival times like Onam, Vishu, Aaayudha Pooja, etc., special poojas are carried out. During Sabarimala season daily evening pooja is carried out. These functions are widely attended by many people from around the country. During Sabarimala season Bhajana (singing prayer) and special prayers are carried out. Recently the temple committee has started giving "Annadanam" on the first Sunday of each month as a form of offering food to monks and other people.
Renovation
The temple, which was built with bricks and wood in ancient times, was renovated recently[when?]. The temple had "Naalu Kettu" in very ancient times, but only its remains are still visible there. Presently the temple is under Malabar Dewaswom Board. They planted trees in temple land and made a signpost among other upgrades.
Design
The main temple complex is a Lord Ayyappan tree-based structure. A pond and surrounding land are known as Banglow Kunnu, Naaga Kaav, temple land and idol at Puthusseri.
Landscape
Banasura Hills are near this temple. Banasura Sagar Dam, one of the biggest earth dams in Asia is nearby.
Gallery
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Mazhuvannur Temple
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Side view of the temple
References
- ^ Mazhuvannur Temple Legend. See "Mazhuvannur Temple Legend" Archived 2011-09-01 at the Wayback Machine
See also
- Temples of Kerala
- Wayanad
- Mananthavady