Muthappan Temple

Muthappan Temple located on the banks of the Valapattanam river, in Parassinnikkadavu, a small village about 16 kms from Kannur District, Kerala is one unique temple of scenic beauty and fierce protection by the god. There are many features, of course, to make it unique. Unlike other temples in India where the intermediaries take our prayers to the Lord, here it is through our kalpana where the manifestation of Shiva and Vishnu hear the devotees directly. He’s considered to be the most unorthodox Hindu deity one can find anywhere. The mysterious rituals and practices such as offering dried fish and toddy to the deity and providing the prasadam first to the dogs that are considered to be sacred reveals the non-conformist nature of the temple. The temple is a private one belonging to a family. The entire family is dedicated to the facility maintenance.