Kurathikottayil Sree Kalimuthappan Kavu, located at Velassery in Nilambur, Malappuram District, is a revered centre of folk worship deeply rooted in Kerala’s traditional spiritual heritage. The temple is dedicated to Sree Bhadrakali, Sree Muthappan, and Sree Vishnu as the principal deities, while the sub-deities include Sree Ganapathy, Sree Vettakkorumakan, Sree Velumuthappan, Sree Kuravan, Kurathiamma, Vishnumaya, Neeliyamma, Karimkali, Nagaraja, Nagayakshmi, Sree Ayyappan, Sree Vanadurga, and Sree Brahmarakshas. The temple preserves the rich tradition of folk rituals associated with the worship of Bhadrakali, performed in sacred groves (Kavu) to seek the welfare of the community and protection from diseases and other calamities.
more The worship of Sree Muthappan is another unique feature of the temple, reflecting a devotional tradition that transcends caste, religion, and social distinctions. Blending folk beliefs, ritual performances, and ancient customs, Kurathikottayil Sree Kalimuthappan Kavu continues to serve as an important spiritual and cultural landmark in the region.
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