Thrikkakara Temple in Kanayannur

SRI VAMANA MOORTHY TEMPLE

Thrikkakara, Kanayannur, Kerala, India

God

Lord Vamana is the main deity of this temple, who is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Best Season To Visit

The best season to visit the temple is Winter season. The best months to visit are September to February.

Weather

Highest - April to June (35°C during day and 22°C during night)Average - May (32°C during the day and 23°C during night)Lowest - October to February (29°C during day and 23°C during night)Monsoon season - July to September

Dress Code

For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.

Do's & Dont's

Do bathe and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
Do respect ancient customs and co-piligrims while at temple.

Smoking and drinking is prohibited in this temple.
Chewing betel leaves, tobacco, gutka and spitting inside temple is strictly prohibited.

transport connections

Name	Distance	Contact Number
Kalamassery Bus Stand	1.5 KM	0484-2372033
Aluva Railway Station	9 KM	0484 2452340
Cochin International Airport	15 KM	0484-2610115

Railway Station Name	Distance	Contact Number
Aluva Railway Station	9 KM	0484 2452340

Airport Name	Distance	Contact Number
Cochin International Airport	15 KM	0484-2610115

Architecture

The temple complex, which is enclosed in a large area in picturesque surroundings, holds the main sanctum dedicated to the primary deity. The sanctorum of the main shrine houses the idol of Maha Vishnu. The idol is in the form of Lord Vamana preparing to place his foot on the Asura King Mahabali. Lord Vamana is said to have established the temple. The temple also houses records containing the earliest mention of the celebration of the Onam festival dating to 861 A.D. This temple has about 18 important stone inscriptions dating back to 10th to 13th Century A.D.

The Brahmaraksha shrine is located in the outer complex, along with a Banyan-tree god and the Sarpa Kavu. Surrounding the inner complex walls is a series of thousands of lamps called Chuttuvilakku which translates to surrounding lamps. There are two ponds associated with the temple. One is the Kapilatheertham located closer to the temple on the Northern side of the sanctum, and is accessible only to priests. The other pond is located on the Northern side outside the temple walls.

Apart from the shrines and ponds, the temple complex houses three stages or halls for cultural performances called Naimishaaranyam, and a temple auditorium at the South-west corner. The auditorium is regularly used for weddings and meeting, and for conducting the Onam feast during the festival.

Religious Significance

The legend is closely linked with the story of Mahabali and Lord Vishnu's Vamana or Trivikrama incarnation. Mahabali was an efficient and popular Asura king. His kingdom stretched the earth the patala (the underground) and was threatening the skies. The gods (suras) grew worried of Mahabali's rule and popularity. Vishnu in his avatar as Vamana asked Mahabali for a piece of land only three paces wide. Bali ever the generous king granted this wish where upon Vamana grew to an immense size and covered the heavens with one step and the earth with another. There was no space left for Vamana to measure his third pace. "Where is my third foot of space?" asked Vamana. Tricked by this deceit but as one who would never go back on his promises. Mahabali offered his own head for Vamana to place his third step. These events were happened at this place, As he was pushed down into Suthala King Bali made a last request. He requested that he be allowed to visit Kerala once in a year to ensure that his people were still happy well fed and content. Lord Vishnu was pleased to grant Mahabali his wish & Mahabali comes to visit his people and his land during Onam.

History

Vamana Moorthy Temple was built in 7th - 9th century C.E., renovated in 20th Century and Maharajas of Kochi are the contributor of this temple.

Temple Timings

Day	Timings
All Days	04:00 AM - 11:30 AM	05:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Tours

Airports

Airport Name	Distance
Shamshabad	40 KM
Lorem Ipsum	12 KM

Railway Stations

Railway Station Name	Distance
Secunderabad	10 KM
Nampally	12 KM
Begumpet	6 KM
Lingampally	20 KM

Bus Stations

Bus Station Name	Distance
MGBS	35 KM
CBS	28 KM
kukatpally	20 KM
Lingampally	30 KM
Uppal	35 KM

Private Transports

Transport Name	Distance	Contact Number
Private Transport	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757
Private Transport1	8 KM	9546858757