Thiruvanchikulam Mahadeva Temple

Thiruvanchikulam Mahadeva Temple, an ancient temple dating back to 2000 years, is a renowned temple in Kodungallur. The temple is known for its various representations of Lord Shiva. It is believed that Sundaramurthy Nayanar, a saint & poet during the Cheraman perusal’s rule, sang at this temple and the sound of Nataraja's dance was heard from the Srikovil.

Maha Shivaratri is a famous festival here attracting a huge number of devotees. The temple has many small shrines dedicated to gods and goddesses. Gopu­ram Thevar, Dakshinamoorthy, Pasupathy, Natakkal Shivan, Sandhyavela Shivan, Palliyara Shivan, Unni Thevar and Konnakkal Shivan are the different forms of Shiva idols revered in this temple.