Deity
Shiva (Tali Mahadeva)
Main deity
श्री ताली महादेव मंदिर, कोझिकोड
Tali Temple Kozhikode
Tali Temple Kozhikode is a historic Shiva temple in Kozhikode district, Kerala, associated in the record with the Zamorin dynasty and dated to the 14th century. The temple follows Kerala architectural style and offers morning and evening darshan timings (approximate).
Tali Temple Kozhikode
Tali Temple Kozhikode
Tali Temple Kozhikode
Tali Temple Kozhikode
Tali Temple Kozhikode
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Historic (14th century)
Era
Architecture
Kerala style
Temple style
Location
Kozhikode, Kozhikode, Kerala
Region
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 14th Century AD
- Founder
- Zamorin of Calicut (Saamoothiri)
- Construction
- 14th Century AD
- Tali Maha Shiva Temple was founded in the 14th century AD by the Zamorin (Saamoothiri) rulers of Kozhikode. It served as the patron royal temple for the Zamorin dynasty. The temple complex was renowned as the venue for Revathi Pattathanam, a prestigious 7-day annual assembly of Vedic scholars.
Significance
- Tali Shiva Temple is one of Kozhikode's oldest and most historically celebrated shrines, featuring classic Kerala wood and stone architecture. The two-storeyed sreekovil houses a Shiva Linga said to have been consecrated by Sage Parasurama. The temple is famous in Kerala history for hosting the intellectual assembly Revathi Pattathanam under the patronage of the Zamorins.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Verify timings locally
Timings are approximate (04:30–11:00, 17:00–20:30); confirm on arrival or via local notices.
Choose a quieter slot
Early morning darshan can help avoid peak crowds in city-center temples.
Follow entry and queue rules
Observe temple signage for footwear, queue lines, and any restrictions inside the shrine area.
Keep time for closing
Plan to enter well before the morning/evening close to ensure you complete darshan comfortably.
Offerings guidance
If unsure about offerings for Shiva, use the temple counter guidance and keep offerings simple.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Morning timings
05:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Evening timings
05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
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Shiva-related annual festival (local observance)
The record does not specify festival names; check locally for the main annual Shiva temple festival days.
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Monthly observance (temple routine)
Monthly worship cycles may be followed as per local calendar; confirm dates at the temple.
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Special puja days (local calendar)
Special worship days may be observed based on local panchangam; verify on notice boards.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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Tali Temple Kozhikode
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