Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam in Kerala is another form of the celebrated Theyyam festivals held in Kerala. Kuttikkol Thampuratty Bhagavathy is a festival held at the temple at Kuttikkol near Erinhipuzha, Kasaragod. This festival showcases most of the significant theyyams, which is quite fascinating. Also, the celebration, with its psychedelic colors and pageantry, is unforgettable.
Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam celebrates the Mother Goddess primarily. The festival at Kanatho is instrumental in highlighting the worship of a deity and her associates.
What is the Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam Festival about?
The festival includes dance, mime, and music and enshrines the basics of ancient tribal cultures, which attached great importance to the worship of heroes and ancestral spirits. Various theyyams are presented at the festival, like
- Elayor theyyam
- Chamundi theyyam
- Panchuruli theyyam
- Muthor theyyam.
The annual ten-day Theyyam festival held at Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam is a grand affair where the colorful ritual dance of Kerala is recognized as one of the oldest folk art forms in India.
When is Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam celebrated?
People come from different parts of the world every year to witness the sacred festival of Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam. This festival occurs between February 22nd and February 26th every year. The Theyyams presented are considered a real visual treat for the tourists who flock to the spots during the festive season.
Who decides the Kuttikkol Thampuratty Theyyam festival dates?
In Kerala, the festival dates are decided by the Malayalam Calendar. However, local practices also influence the dates of some traditional, customary, and auspicious events. Therefore, the dates appearing in this section are approximate, which the users must confirm with the local authorities.
Venue: Kuttikkol Thampuratty Bhagavathy Temple.
Location: Kuttikkol
District: Kasaragod
