Madhur Temple
മധൂർ ക്ഷേത്രം
A Shiva and Ganesha temple on the banks of the Madhuvahini River. Its three-tiered “elephant-back” roof and wood carvings represent the great temples of northern Kerala.
Madhur Sri Madanantheshwara Siddhivinayaka Temple is dedicated to Shiva, but the image of Ganesha is the most venerated by devotees. It is known for its distinctive three-tiered gajaprishta (elephant-back) copper-tiled roof, covered in carvings from epic tales, and a large pond in front of the shrine. According to tradition, Tipu Sultan of Mysore once led his army here before retreating, and sword marks are still visible. The famous Moodappa festival offers a giant rice cake to Ganesha. Non-Hindus are generally only permitted in the outer courtyard, and men must remove their shirts to enter the inner shrine. It is about 7 km from Kasaragod and can be combined with the Ananthapura Lake Temple.
Opening hours
About 5:00–12:30 and 17:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Ananthapura Lake Temple
- Malik Dinar Mosque
- Chandragiri Fort
- Kappil Beach
- Bekal Fort
- Bekal Beach Park
- Hosdurg Fort
- Mannampurathu Kavu