Malappuram, Kerala
Main God
Lord Vishnu
Timings
5:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Malappuram
Type
DIVYA DESAM
Reach Thirunavaya on the banks of the Bharathapuzha (Nila) river. The setting itself is spiritually powerful. If performing Vavu Bali, consult the temple priest for arrangements.
If visiting for ancestral rites, proceed to the designated riverbank area. Vavu Bali is performed on Karkkidaka Vavu (July-August) and other auspicious days. The rituals are performed by trained priests with sacred river water.
Enter the Navamukunda Temple for darshan of Lord Vishnu (Navamukunda). As one of the 108 Divya Desams, the temple has immense spiritual significance. The Alvar saints glorified this temple in their hymns.
Walk along the riverbank where the historic Mamankam festival was held every 12 years. Contemplate the rich history of this site where warriors, scholars, and pilgrims gathered for centuries.
Thirunavaya, Malappuram, Kerala 676319
By Bus
KSRTC buses from Tirur and Kuttippuram to Thirunavaya. Buses from Kozhikode and Malappuram. Thirunavaya bus stop is near the temple
By Air
Calicut International Airport (CCJ) - 50 km (1.5 hours drive). Cochin International Airport - 130 km
By Rail
Tirur Railway Station - 10 km. Kuttippuram Railway Station - 8 km. Both on the Shoranur-Calicut line
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws from Tirur and Kuttippuram. The temple is on the banks of the Bharathapuzha river in a semi-rural setting
