Manikka Sree Kurumba (Payyampalli) Temple
Kannookara, 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
Manikka Sree Kurumba (Payyampalli) Temple Kaliyattam 2026-27
25 Feb – 27 Feb 2027 · Kumbham 12–14 (Malayalam calendar)
Theyyams: Payyampalli Chanthu, Thamburatti Amma, Kundoor Chamundi, Kurathiyamma, Nellu Kuthi Theyyam, Veeran, Gulikan, Othenan, Naga Chaithanyam
Kerala Tourism listed the last held dates as: 25 to 27 February 2024. Gregorian dates above are derived for the 2026-27 season from the Malayalam calendar.
Last season (2025–26)
25 Feb – 27 Feb 2026 · Kumbham 13-15 · 05:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Veeran (26 Feb, 05:00 AM), Payyampalli Gurunadan (25 Feb, 05:00 AM), Ellidath Bhagavathi Purappad (25 Feb, 05:00 PM), Anthi Thira (26 Feb, 12:00 AM), Kundada Chamundi (26 Feb, 04:00 AM), Kurathiyamma (26 Feb, 05:00 AM), Gulikan Purappad (26 Feb, 05:00 AM), Khandakarnnan (27 Feb, 05:00 AM), Thacholi Othenana (27 Feb, 06:00 AM), Vasoorimala (27 Feb, 08:00 AM)
Source: DTPC Kannur official Theyyam calendar. Last season’s dates are shown for reference only; this season’s dates may differ.
24 Feb – 27 Feb 2026 · Kumbam 12-15 · 09:00 PM - 10:00 AM
Payattu (24 Feb, 09:30 PM), Payyampalli Gurunadan (25 Feb, 05:00 AM), Elayedath Bhagavathi (25 Feb, 05:00 PM), Anthi Thira (26 Feb, 12:00 AM), Kundada Chamundi (26 Feb, 04:00 AM), Gulikan (26 Feb, 05:00 AM), Veeran (26 Feb, 05:00 AM), Kurathiyamma (26 Feb, 05:00 AM), Khandakarnnan (27 Feb, 05:00 AM), Thacholi Othenana (27 Feb, 06:00 AM), Vasoorimala (27 Feb, 08:00 AM)
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 Manikka Sree Kurumba (Payyampalli) Temple
This is a temple where the Vellattam and worship occurs on all Fridays and on Samkarama (roughly the last day of Malayalam month) days. Special rituals, like the offering of Thirumudi, is also permitted. The Manikyam Devi installed at this temple supposedly came from the Kanathoor Sri Kurumba temple. Legend says that she ascended and installed herself. The temple flagpole is another wonderful aspect of the temple.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The temple can be approached via the Thalassery route by alighting at Kannothumchal bus stop and walking on the right side of the route. Nearest Railway Station: Kannur Railway Station, about 2 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
Thana P.O., Kannookara, Kannur, Kerala - 670012, Phone: + 91 497 2701781
Coordinates: 11.87020, 75.38617 · 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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