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Shri Kattil Ayappa Kshetram

Shri Kattil Ayappa Kshetram is a Hindu temple in Kalarikal Colony village, Kerala, dedicated to Lord Ayappa. A place of reverence in the local community.

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॥ जय श्रीराम ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Shri Kattil Ayappa Kshetram stands in Kalarikal Colony, a village in Kerala's Kannur district. The temple is consecrated to Lord Ayappa, a deity venerated across Kerala's Hindu households and pilgrimage traditions. As a neighbourhood temple, it serves as a spiritual anchor for the residents of Kalarikal Colony, facilitating daily worship and seasonal observances that bind the community together.

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॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

The temple reflects the architectural and devotional patterns typical of Kerala's smaller shrines, where simplicity of form complements depth of faith. The presence of a dedicated Ayappa shrine in this locality underscores the widespread devotion to this form across the state, from major pilgrimage centres to village-level sanctuaries. For visitors and devotees in the area, the temple offers a quiet space for prayer and reflection.

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Lord Sri Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu

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Shri Kattil Ayappa Kshetram

Shri Kattil Ayappa Kshetram is a Hindu temple in Kalarikal Colony village, Kerala, dedicated to Lord Ayappa. A place of reverence in the local community.

Shri Kattil Ayappa Kshetram stands in Kalarikal Colony, a village in Kerala's Kannur district. The temple is consecrated to Lord Ayappa, a deity venerated across Kerala's Hindu households and pilgrimage traditions. As a neighbourhood temple, it serves as a spiritual anchor for the residents of Kalarikal Colony, facilitating daily worship and seasonal observances that bind the community together.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
∞Blessings

— श्री राम जय राम जय जय राम —

Sacred Offerings

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Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

श्री राम

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

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Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

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Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:30 AMSuprabhatamAwakening of the Lord with vedic hymns
  • 07:00 AMTomala SevaOffering of fresh tulsi & flower garlands
  • 11:30 AMRajbhog AartiMidday bhog and naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMUtthapan DarshanReawakening after the afternoon rest
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiTwilight worship with conch and bell
  • 09:00 PMShayan AartiFinal blessing — sanctum closes for the night

Plan Your Visit

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Address: Vellinezhi, Kerala, India 679504

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