Neeliyar Kottam
Neeliyar Kottam is a sacred kaavu in Mangattuparamb, Mangattuparamb, Kannur, Kerala, where Theyyam is performed from Nercha. Find theyyam forms, history, visitor info, and directions.
Location: Mangattuparamb, Mangattuparamb, Kannur
Performance dates: Nercha
Frequency: Nercha
Theyyams performed: 1 ritual forms
About This Temple
Unknown tradition venue hosting Neeliyar Bhagavathy on Nercha.
History
Neeliyar Kottam is a sacred performance venue in the Unknown tradition of Kannur district, North Malabar.
The venue hosts 1 Theyyam form — Neeliyar Bhagavathy — performed in the Mangattuparamb area.
The performances on Nercha 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