Deity
Ayyappa (Dharmasastha)
Main deity
श्री धर्मशास्ता
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple is a traditional Kerala temple dedicated to Lord Ayyappa in the Dharmasastha form. The record describes it as ancient and rooted in local worship practice at Thottada, Kannur, with approximate morning and evening darshan timings for pilgrims.
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Traditional local shrine
Ancient (recorded)
Architecture
Kerala style
Temple form
Location
Thottada, Kannur, Kerala
India
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- Ancient
- Founder
- Local Chieftains
- Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple is an ancient Malabar shrine situated in Thottada, Kannur district. Built in classic North Malabar temple style with tiled roofs and wooden carvings, it served historically as a devotional hub for local agricultural and coastal communities.
Significance
- Thottada Sree Dharmasastha Temple is dedicated to Lord Dharmasastha (Ayyappa) in the Malabar region. The temple celebrates annual Theyyam rituals and Sastha Preethi festivals where traditional folk art forms and rituals are performed. It serves as a vital spiritual gathering site for pilgrims during the Sabarimala season.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Verify darshan timings
Hours are approximate (05:00–10:00, 17:00–20:00); confirm locally, especially on festival days.
Choose the right session
Plan around the two-session schedule to avoid arriving during closure hours.
Arrive a little before opening
Reaching early can help you settle in and follow the queue flow smoothly.
Carry basic essentials
Keep water and any personal necessities, particularly if you are visiting from outside Thottada.
Follow temple decorum
Observe on-site guidance for entry, queues, and any restrictions on photography or mobile use.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Morning timings
05:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Evening timings
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Varies • Varies
Dharmasastha Utsavam
Festival period dedicated to Dharmasastha; dates and rituals may vary by local calendar.
Varies • 1 day
Ayyappa-related observance days
Special worship days for Ayyappa may be observed; check local announcements for exact dates.
Varies • Varies
Annual temple celebrations
Seasonal or annual observances may be held as per temple tradition; confirm schedule on arrival.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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Temple Videos
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