Valayanad Devi Temple

Opening Hours: Morning- 5:30 am-12:00 pm; evenings- 5:30 pm- 8:00 pm.

Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, morning, and evening Aarti

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

Tickets: free entry

Nearest Railway Station: Kozhikode Railway Station, about 4 km

Nearest Airport: Kannur International Airport, about 26 Km

Nearest Bus Stop: Valayanad Bus Stop, about 150 m

Offer your prayers to Goddess Bhagavathy at Valayan Devi Temple for spiritual fulfilment. The temple dates back to the 14th century and was constructed by the Zamorin ruler of Kozhikode, making it the perfect addition to things to do in Calicut. 

It is believed that the goddess blessed the city and has significant cultural value for the locals, especially with the historical records and inscriptions discovered within the premises.

The temple has a strong affinity with the Kashmir Tantra and holds significant importance in the wider framework of tantric practice. The temple has the distinction of being one of the Saktheya prathishtas, which predominantly follow the Rurujit-Vidhana, a worship style influenced by Kashmiri Tantra.

Witness the beautiful traditional Dravidian architecture of the temple, which includes features like copper-covered roofs, wooden sculptures, and an imposing gopuram. Intricate carvings and captivating murals in traditional Kerala style, depicting mythical tales, are a sight to behold.

• Devote yourself to the divine power of the goddess Bhagavathy at the Valayanad Devi Temple in Kozhikode.
• Partake in the unique and elaborate rituals practised at this temple, like Chandika Homam and Bhagavathy Seva.
• Take part in the Rurujit ritual, an exclusive tantric practice rooted in Kashmiri traditions, offering a rare spiritual experience.
• Appreciate the traditional Dravidian architecture of the temple, which makes it quite different from the other Devi temples of the area.
• Celebrate the annual festival at the Valayanad Devi Temple, which begins on the day of Karthika in the month of Makaram and lasts for seven days.