Maavilayi Koodan Gurukkanmar Kavu
Kadachira, Kannur district
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Festival dates · Season 2026–27
- Estimated
Maavilayi Koodan Gurukkanmar Kavu Kaliyattam 2026-27
26 Feb – 28 Feb 2027 · Kumbham 13–15 (Malayalam calendar)
Theyyams: Gurunathan, Karanavanmar, Pancha Moorthikal, Oorpazhassi, Deivathar, Kari Vedan, Kutti Sasthappan, Bhairavan, Gulikan, Vishnumoorthy
Kerala Tourism listed the last held dates as: 25 to 27 February 2023. Gregorian dates above are derived for the 2026-27 season from the Malayalam calendar.
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 Maavilayi Koodan Gurukkanmar Kavu
This kavu is known after the great Rayaran who struggled against the caste distinctions prevalent at the time. Rayaran was born the son of Kaaliyarathu Manikkunnathu manor Chakki, a Thiyya woman (a low caste woman) and Thekku Vaazhum (a local Lord) Swamiyaar, who was a sage. This kavu's Theyyam performances showcase both the hero worship and social progressive commitment of its residence and history.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The temple is located on the way to Chakkarakkal stop via the Keezhara road on the Kannur Koothuparamba road. Nearest Railway Station: Kannur Railway Station, about 14 km away and Edakkad Railway Station, about 8 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
Address
Maavilayi P.O., Kadachira, Kannur, Kerala - 670622
Coordinates: 11.84539, 75.46717 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.
Theyyam photos (representative, not taken at this kavu)
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Watch the Theyyam
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