Mavunkal Puthiyakandam Adiyarkavu Sree Karimchamundiyamma Devasthanam
Mavunkal Puthiyakandam Adiyarkavu Sree Karimchamundiyamma Devasthanam is a sacred kaavu in Puthiyakandam, Khanangad, Kasargod, Kerala, where Theyyam is performed from 24, 25, 26 January. Find theyyam forms, history, visitor info, and directions.
Location: Puthiyakandam, Khanangad, Kasargod
Performance dates: 24, 25, 26 January
Frequency: Unknown
Theyyams performed: 12 ritual forms
About This Temple
Pulaya tradition venue hosting Karimchamundi, Pulichamundi and 10 others on 24, 25, 26 January.
History
Mavunkal Puthiyakandam Adiyarkavu Sree Karimchamundiyamma Devasthanam is a sacred performance venue in the Pulaya tradition of Kasargod district, North Malabar.
The venue hosts 12 Theyyam forms — Karimchamundi, Pulichamundi, Kuppe Panjuruli, Annapa Panjuruliand others — performed in the Puthiyakandam area.
The performances on 24, 25, 26 January 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