Elannummel Shiva Temple

Elannummel Shiva temple is a Hindu temple located in the Chelembra, Malappuram district of the Indian state of Kerala. The temple is thought to be more than 2000 years old and is believed to have consecrated by Lord Parasurama. The primary deity is Lord Shiva. Elannummel temple contains a smaller Vishnu temple in which the deity is represented as "Santhanagopalan".

Elannummel Shiva Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictMalappuram
DeityShiva
FestivalsMaha Shivaratri
Location
LocationChelambra
StateKerala
Country India
Elannummel Shiva Temple is located in Kerala
Elannummel Shiva Temple
Elannummel Shiva Temple, Chelambra, Malappuram, Kerala
Geographic coordinates11°08′12″N 75°51′58″E / 11.13665°N 75.86618°E / 11.13665; 75.86618
Architecture
TypeArchitecture of Kerala
Specifications
Temple(s)One
Elevation49.57 m (163 ft)

History

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The legend is that Parasuraman consecrated this temple as one of several he founded in Kerala to promote the Sanathana Dharma. The temple was previously supported by several "Manas" in the Chelembra. The temple was attacked by Tippu Sultan, causing severe damage to the structures attached to the temple.

 
Elannummel Shiva temple

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