Andalur Kavu
Dharmadam, Kannur district
Photo: Abhiraj Panakkadan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Festival dates · Season 2026–27
- Estimated
Andalur Kavu Kaliyattam 2026-27
14 Feb – 20 Feb 2027 · Kumbham 1–7 (Malayalam calendar)
Theyyams: Deivathar, Angakkaran, Bappuran
Kerala Tourism listed the last held dates as: 13 to 19 February 2025. Gregorian dates above are derived for the 2026-27 season from the Malayalam calendar.
Last season (2025–26)
16 Feb – 19 Feb 2026 · Kumbham 4-7
Seethayum makkalum (16 Feb, 07:00 AM), Baali (16 Feb, 12:30 PM), Sugreevan (16 Feb, 12:30 PM), Daivathar (16 Feb, 07:00 PM), Ankakaran (16 Feb, 07:00 PM)
Source: DTPC Kannur official Theyyam calendar. Last season’s dates are shown for reference only; this season’s dates may differ.
Confirmed dates come from the temple’s own notice. Listed dates were published by a Theyyam calendar website and Estimated dates are worked out from the traditional Malayalam date; both can shift. Always confirm with the temple before travelling.
About Andalur Kavu
This is a Kavu where the Kaliyattam performed on the premises each year is based on the Epic of Ramayana. The temple is believed to have been built by the sage Parasurama The Daivathaar Theyyam here represents Lord Rama, the Athiraalar and Kids Theyyam represents Goddess Sita (consort of) Lord Rama and Lava-Kusha the kids of the couple. Bappooran Theyyam here represents Lord Hanuman and Angakkaran for Lord Lakshamana. Ilankuruvan depicts Bali and Poothadi depicts Sugriva. The artists are from the Peruvannan and Munnoottan communities. Ooralans are bestowed with the status of fatherhood, Achan.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The temple is on the way from Kannur to Thalassery at the Brennan College, Meethale Peedika Junction. Nearest Railway Station: Thalassery Railway Station, about 4 km away. Location 100 Theyyams of Kerala See more --> 100 Theyyams of Kerala Nagaraja and Nagakanni Theyyam Vairajathan Theyyam Pottan Theyyam See more Disclaimer: The festival dates listed are in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and adhere to local traditions and customs. However, just as the customs and rituals associated with each place of worship can vary, dates may change as well. The calendar should, therefore, be considered as an approximate calendar, and dates listed should be confirmed with local authorities. Every attempt has been made to provide current and up-to-date information on contacts listed but Kerala Tourism accepts no liability for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused as a result of reliance on the information provided. Toll free No: 1-800-425-4747 (Within India only) Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, Park View, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India - 695 033 Phone: +91 471 2321132, Fax: +91 471 2322279, E-mail: info@
Nearest rail
Kannur (CAN) / nearest local station
Bus
KSRTC / private buses from Kannur, Taliparamba or Payyanur; auto-rickshaw for the last mile
Coordinates: 11.79452, 75.47759 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.
Photos
Photo: Abhiraj Panakkadan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Abhiraj Panakkadan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Watch the Theyyam
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