Theveettil Palatilkunjinat Tharavad
Theveettil Palatilkunjinat Tharavad is a sacred kaavu in Thrikkaripur, Thrikkaripur, Kasargod, Kerala, where Theyyam is performed from 25, 26 December. Find theyyam forms, history, visitor info, and directions.
Location: Thrikkaripur, Thrikkaripur, Kasargod
Performance dates: 25, 26 December
Frequency: 3 years
Theyyams performed: 6 ritual forms
About This Temple
Nair tradition venue hosting Angakulangara Bhagavathy, Vadakkan Gulikan and 4 others on 25, 26 December.
History
Theveettil Palatilkunjinat Tharavad is a sacred performance venue in the Nair tradition of Kasargod district, North Malabar.
The venue hosts 6 Theyyam forms — Angakulangara Bhagavathy, Vadakkan Gulikan, Rakthachamundi, Narambil Bhagavathyand others — performed in the Thrikkaripur area.
The performances on 25, 26 December 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