| Thrikkariyoor Mahadeva Temple | |
|---|---|
 Main Temple Structure | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Ernakulam District |
| Deity | Thrikkariyurappan |
| Festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
| Location | |
| Location | Thrikkariyoor, Kothamangalam |
| State | Kerala |
| Country |  India |
| Geographic coordinates | 10°05′05″N 76°36′46″E / 10.084759°N 76.612658°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Kerala style |
| Creator | Chera Dynasty |
| Completed | Not known |
| Monument(s) | 1 |
Thrikkariyoor Mahadeva Temple is located in the town of Kothamangalam in Ernakulam district, on the northern bank of Kothayar river, a tributary of Muvattupuzha river.[1] It is believed that this temple is one of the 108 Shiva temples of Kerala and is considered to be the last temple installed by sage Parasurama dedicated to Shiva. Thrikkariyoor (Karuvoor or Karaorai), believed to be the headquarters of Adi Cheras kings, is famous for its historical significance and legends. There are many centuries old historical records in Thrikkariyoor [2]
- ^ Manohar Sajnani (2001). Encyclopaedia of Tourism Resources in India. Delhi: Kalpaz Publications, Ashok Vihar. ISBN 81-7835-014-9.[page needed]
- ^ Kunjikuttan Ilayath. 108 Siva Kshetrangal. H and C Books.[page needed]