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Introduction:
Located amidst the picturesque Brahmagiri Hills, 30 km from Mananthavady in Wayanad District, Thiruneli is a treasure-house of heavenly beauty, housing the divine Thiruneli Temple and the holy mountain spring of Papanasini flowing nearby. The ethereal charm of the region and the divinity of the temple lure devotees and visitors of all kinds to embark upon a tour to Thiruneli during their Kerala visit.
Although the actual origin of the Thiruneli Temple remains a mystery till date, according to Hindu mythology the temple was built more than 3000 years ago by Lord Brahma - The Creator of the Universe, and he himself dedicated it to Lord Vishnu - the Preserver of the Universe.
On your Tour to Thiruneli you must visit the historical Thiruneli Temple - a marvelous specimen of Kerala temple architecture, featuring 30 granite slabs supporting the shrine and a floor tiled with massive square granite blocks. The 'Koothambalam' of Thiruneli temple is considered one of the best in Kerala. The temple walls bear some exquisite paintings dating back to the period of Bhaskara Ravi Varma I.
There is a sacred mountain spring located nearby, known as Papanasini (the destroyer of sins), which is supposedly blessed with divine powers to free the soul of all its sins.
While on a tour to Thiruneli you will also come across a holy rock near the temple where devotees make ritual offerings for their ancestors on New Moon days.
How to Reach
By Air: The nearest airport is Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode, about 23 km from Kozhikode town.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is at Kozhikode, about 106km from Mananthavady.
Tourist Attractions
Pookot Lake - The most important tourist destination in Wayanad, Pookot Lake is a natural fresh-water lake nestled amidst evergreen forests and wooded slopes.
Edakkal Caves - The natural caves at Edakkal in the Ambukuthy Mountains in Wayanad district contain some fascinating pre-historic rock carvings depicting prehistoric men and their ways of life. The historical importance combined with the excellent scenic beauty makes these caves a destination worth visit on your tour to Thiruneli.
Pakshipathalam - As the name suggests, Pakshipathalam is an idyllic hill resort that is home to a wide variety of different species of birds and animals. Located 7 km north-east of Thirunelli in Wayanad district, Pakshipathalam is one of the favored tourist destinations in Kerala.
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