Niranam Thrikkapaleeswaram Dakshinamurthy Temple, Parumala

Name: Niranam Thrikkapaleeswaram Dakshinamurthy Temple
Address: Parumala, India

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Niranam Thrikkapaleeswaram Dakshinamurthy Temple, Parumala

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Niranam Thrikkapaleeswaram Dakshinamurthy Temple, is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated on the banks of the Pampa river at Niranam of Pathanamthitta District in Kerala state in India. This temple is a classic example of the Dravidian style of architecture. The temple is the abode of Dakshinamurthy. The deity of Thrikkapaleeswaram is located in main Sanctum Sanctorum facing east. According to folklore, sage Parasurama has installed the idol. The temple is a part of the 108 famous Shiva temples in Kerala. This is one of the three Thrikkapaleeswaram temples mentioned in 108 Shiva temples. Two other temples situated in Peralassery in Kannur district and Nadapuram in Kozhikode district. ()

Coordinates: 9°20'52"N, 76°31'43"E

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Niranam Thrikkapaleeswaram Dakshinamurthy Temple, Parumala

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Niranam Thrikkapaleeswaram Dakshinamurthy Temple – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)