Thirunavaya Temple

Thiruvanaya Navamukunda Temple, near Ponnani in Malappuram district is situated on the banks of the river Bharathapuzha.

Holding immense historical importance, this is the place where 'Mamangam', a grand assembly of the rulers of Kerala was held here once every 12 years, in olden times.

This extravagant festival was held for the last time in 1755 AD. Today, Thirunavaya temple is also a famous pilgrim centre.

The ten-day annual festival at the Thirunavaya Navamukunda Temple, dedicated to Navamukunda (Lord Vishnu), begins with Kodiyettam and concludes with Arattu. The last three days are the most auspicious.


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- Ambalapuzha Temple - Guruvayoor Temple - Chottanikkara Temple - Kalpathy Temple - Oachira Temple

- Mangla Devi Temple - Thali Temple - Thirunavaya Temple - Vaikom Temple - Thiruvalla Temple