Pisharikavu Temple
About Pisharikavu Temple
Pisharikavu Temple is a centuries-old Bhadrakali shrine located in Kollam/Viyyur near Koyilandy in Kozhikode district, Kerala. Dedicated principally to Goddess Bhadrakali, the temple is an important living heritage site that blends devotion, ritual tradition, and classic Kerala temple architecture.
Visitors can see intricate wooden carvings, old mural work, and sacred groves that are protected by the local community. The complex is said to have two main shrines, including one dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is closely associated with the Nandakam sword legend and the historic Ravari trading community.
The temple is best known for its annual Meenam Utsavam, an eight-day festival culminating in Valiya Vilakku and Kaliyattom, with elephant pageantry and traditional performances such as theyyam. Navarathri and other seasonal rituals also add to its cultural significance. As an active place of worship, visitors should follow local dress, photography, and conduct rules.
Anakkulam, Pisharikavu Rd, Viyyur, Koyilandy, Kerala 673307, India
Busy during festivals and temple peak hours
How RutMe scores this
Pisharikavu Temple is a deeply rooted Bhadrakali shrine in Koyilandy that offers a strong sense of Kerala’s living temple culture. Its traditional architecture, wooden carvings, mural details, and sacred grove make it appealing not just for devotees, but also for travelers interested in heritage and ritual traditions. The temple becomes especially vibrant during Meenam Utsavam, when Kaliyattom, elephant pageantry, and seasonal ceremonies bring the complex to life. Outside festival periods, it is a calm and respectful place to visit for a short cultural stop, though visitors should be mindful of dress codes, photography restrictions, and the active worship setting.
- +Free entry makes it very budget-friendly
- +Rich cultural and spiritual atmosphere
- +Parking is available and the temple is open daily
- –Limited accessibility for wheelchair users
- –Can get crowded during festivals and peak prayer hours
Suggested itinerary
Arrive at the temple entrance on Pisharikavu Road and follow local instructions for footwear, dress code, and entry etiquette.
Offer prayers at the main shrine and observe the traditional Kerala temple architecture, including wooden carvings and murals.
Spend time around the sacred grove and temple surroundings, noting the layered ritual and heritage character of the site.
If visiting during festival time, experience the temple’s celebrated rituals, elephant pageantry, and traditional performances such as theyyam.
What's included
- ✓Temple visit / darshan
- ✓Access to temple premises during opening hours
- ✕Photography inside the temple (not allowed)
- ✕Guided tour
Opening hours
| Monday | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
| Tuesday | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
| Wednesday | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
| Thursday | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
| Friday · Today | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
| Saturday | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
| Sunday | 05:30:00 – 20:00:00 | Split hours: 05:30-12:00 and 17:30-20:00 |
Show timings
| Monday | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Monday | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
| Tuesday | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Tuesday | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
| Wednesday | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Wednesday | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
| Thursday | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Thursday | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
| Friday · Today | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Friday · Today | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
| Saturday | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Saturday | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
| Sunday | 05:30 – 12:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Sunday | 17:30 – 20:00 | Evening Darshan |
