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Lokanarkavu Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in Memunda, 4 kilometers from Vatakara, in the Kozhikode District of Kerala’s North Malabar region. Lokanarkavu is a contraction of Lokamalayarkavu, which means “world made of mala (mountain), aaru (river), and kavu” (grove). The nearest railway station is in Vatakara, 5 kilometers from the temple.
Pooram is the most important festival in this town, and it is celebrated with great fanfare. The festival lasts a week and starts with Kodiyettam (flag hoisting) and ends with Arattu. The temple dedicated to goddess Durga is historically significant because it was here that Thacholi Othenan, Kerala’s legendary martial hero, used to worship every day.
The Lokanarkavu Bhagavathy Temple hosts a thirty-day Mandala Utsavam in the Malayalam month Vrischikam (November–December) and a Pooram in the Malayalam month Meenam (March–April). During festivals, this is the only temple where a unique folk dance known as Poorakkali is performed. The dance resembles the Kalarippayattu martial art.
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Thing to Do at Lokanarkavu Temple
Lokanarkavu Temple pooram, Mandala Utsavam, Religious activities.
Entry Fee to Lokanarkavu Temple
There is no entry fee for Lokanarkavu Temple
Best Time to Lokanarkavu Temple
The best time to visit Lokanarkavu Temple is from November to April.
How to Reach Lokanarkavu Temple
Lokanarkavu Temple is 4 kilometers away from Vadakara town, one can get a taxi, bus, or autorickshaw to reach the temple. The nearest airport is Kannur airport which is 54 km away and the nearest railway station is Vadakara which is 5 kilometers away from Lokanarkavu Temple.
