Mammiyur Mahadeva Temple is a popular

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temple situated in

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, Thrissur district of

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Every devotee who goes to

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is supposed to go to Mammiyoor also, as the ritual goes. Only

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are allowed inside the temple premises. The temple is a part of the 108 famous

temples in

and one among the five

temples around

. The main deity is Lord

, who is installed in the concept of 'Uma Maheshwara' - His form with Goddess Parvathi on his left. There is a shrine for Lord

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also here. The sub-deities are Lord

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, Lord Subrahmanya, Lord

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, Goddess Kali and Serpent deities. This temple is managed by

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. Daily three poojas are conducted. Puzhakkara Chennas Mana is the hereditary Thanthri of this temple too.

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and

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are the major festivals.

Temple dress code

*Men: Traditional Mundu Allowed (Lungi, Shirt and Banian Not allowed inside Sanctum Sanctorum). *Women: Salwar Kameez Allowed, Saree, Set Mundu, Skirts and Blouse allowed

References

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