Rajarajeshwari Temple
The Rajarajeshwara Temple is a Hindu temple located in Taliparamba, Kannur district, Kerala, dedicated to the deity Shiva. It holds a prominent place among the numerous Shiva temples in South India and is recognized as one of the 108 Shiva Temples of Kerala and one of the Dwadasha Shivalayam. Historically, it was noted for having the tallest shikhara among the temples of its time, and the temple structure features a top weighing approximately 90 tonnes.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Shiva (शिव)
- स्थान / Location: Attingal, Kerala
वास्तुकला · Architecture
Tallest shikhara of its time; top weighs about 90 tonnes.
महत्व · Significance
It is one of the 108 Shiva Temples of Kerala and one of the Dwadasha Shivalayam, holding a prominent place among South Indian Shiva temples.
Nearby temples
- Sri Ujjaini Mahakali Devi Temple (1.6 km)
- Vaikapolunnal Sri Devi Temple (1.8 km)
- meleparambu devi temple (1.9 km)
- North Padikkavilakam Devi temple (2.4 km)
- padinjattumukku sri nagarkavu temple (2.4 km)
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
Which deity is worshipped at Rajarajeshwari Temple?
Rajarajeshwari Temple is dedicated to Shiva (शिव).
Where is Rajarajeshwari Temple located?
Rajarajeshwari Temple is located in Attingal, Kerala, India, at coordinates 8.596, 76.8628.
Which temples are near Rajarajeshwari Temple?
Nearby temples include Sri Ujjaini Mahakali Devi Temple (1.6 km); Vaikapolunnal Sri Devi Temple (1.8 km); meleparambu devi temple (1.9 km).