Shiva
Thiruvanchikulam Mahadeva Temple
Kodungallur, Kerala · Mahadeva (Shiva)
About Thiruvanchikulam Mahadeva Temple
One of the ancient Shiva temples in Kerala near Kodungallur (Cranganore), one of the earliest ports of South Asia. This temple is believed to date back to the Sangam age and is mentioned in ancient Tamil Sangam poetry. Historically significant as Kodungallur was the capital of the Chera kingdom and one of the most cosmopolitan ports of the ancient world.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Mahadeva (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Parvati
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Irinjalakuda (12 km)
Nearest Airport
Cochin International Airport (35 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Thrissur
Visitor Tips
Combine with the Kodungallur Bhagavathy temple nearby; Kodungallur is historically the oldest port city in Kerala — steeped in history.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
State
Kerala
Location
Kodungallur
Ideal Base City
Thrissur
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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