Cheruthanam Veliyekuthiru Sree Pulimaranja Thondachan Devasthanam
Cheruthanam Veliyekuthiru Sree Pulimaranja Thondachan Devasthanam is a sacred kaavu in Thrikkaripur, Thrikkaripur, Kasargod, Kerala, where Theyyam is performed from 28 February, 1 March. Find theyyam forms, history, visitor info, and directions.
Location: Thrikkaripur, Thrikkaripur, Kasargod
Performance dates: 28 February, 1 March
Frequency: 2 years
Theyyams performed: 4 ritual forms
About This Temple
Pulaya tradition venue hosting Karimchamundi, Pulimaranja Thondachan and 2 others on 28 February, 1 March.
History
Cheruthanam Veliyekuthiru Sree Pulimaranja Thondachan Devasthanam is a sacred performance venue in the Pulaya tradition of Kasargod district, North Malabar.
The venue hosts 4 Theyyam forms — Karimchamundi, Pulimaranja Thondachan, Gulikan, Kurathi Amma — performed in the Thrikkaripur area.
The performances on 28 February, 1 March continue a living tradition of sacred ritual art that connects the community with their ancestral deities.
Rituals
- Kalamezhuthu: Sacred floor art created with natural colors before the Theyyam performance, invoking the deities' presence.
- Coconut & Flower Offerings: Traditional offerings of fresh coconuts, banana leaves, and seasonal flowers presented to seek divine blessings.
- Sacred Fire Ritual: Ancient fire ceremonies conducted to purify the space and create the sacred atmosphere for divine manifestation.
- Ancestral Prayers: Special prayers offered to honor the ancestors and invite their blessings for the community's wellbeing.
Visitor Guidelines
- Maintain respectful silence during performances and rituals
- Dress modestly and traditionally - dhoti/mundu for men, saree/churidar for women
- Photography and videography restricted during active Theyyam performances
- Arrive early (by 6 AM) for the complete experience and best viewing spots
- Remove footwear before entering the sacred grove area