PARASSINIKADAVU According to tradition, a member of the Vannan community at Parassinikadavu found a metallic arrow on the think of a Kangira tree and having felt something divine about the place, reported the matter to the senior member of an ancient Thiyya family in the neighborhood. The latter, who felt the divine presence of Muthappan, immediately performed the necessary ceremonies and offered worship to him. It is an accepted dictum here, that whatever is received by way of gifts or offerings should be spent for the benefits of the pilgrims. The daily offerings made to Muthappan arc also different from what they are in other temples. It has been customary to offer toddy, fish and meat as .nivedyams' to this deity. People of all castes and communities including People of all castes and communities including members of the Muslim as well as Christian communities are known to donate sums of money as vazhipadu of Muthappam. The annual festival which falls on December 1st, provides a special occasion for pilgrims to throng the Parassinikadavu temple.The temple is situated 20 KMS, north of Kannur town.
Parassinikadavu is a scenic river side village near Kannur town. The famed temple of Sree Muthappan, backwaters, Snake Park and Vismaya Theme Park set this place aside as a great spot to visit during a Kannur tour. Parassini Temple (Muthappan Madappura) Muthappan's temple overlooks Valapattanam River. Several decades ago, the river was the means for earlier generations of devotees to get to the temple. Today, tourists coast around in boats along the placid backwaters near the temple. At first, visitors surrender to the might of Muthappan. Later they find themselves surrendered to the charm of the local vista. Generations have passed; for devotees the divine presence always stayed in this temple to guide them. The main ritual is colorful and dramatic. Profoundly inspiring to devotees, it has an air of excitement and awe to it. That is the Parassinikadavu Sri Muthappan Temple or Parassini Madappura Sree Muthuppon Temple which Iles on the banks of the Valupattanam River, attracts people horn all sections of the society: irrespective of religion or caste to the district of Kannur. One of the interesting facts is that, here dogs are considered to be sacred as it's the vehicle of Lord Muthappan. One of the most sacred pilgrirrisites in north Kerala, the temple provides free meals and accommodation to all visitors the devotees are given boiled black beans and tea as Prasadam (devotional offering). It Is located about 10 km from Thaliparamba

At Parassinikadavu temple, after taking over the body of the dancer during the daily performance of Theyyam, Muthappan speaks to devotees through him. Those daily performance of Theyyam is only one of the many things hat set this temple wide apart from the rest of Hindu shrines. Those who may have associated vegetarianism with Hindu tradition may be astonished to see some of the major offerings to Sree Muthappan. Dried fish, alcohol and meat! Yes, Muthappan loves that all! Well, do not rush there with a carton of beer. The norm of the place is Toddy, the coconut based liquor. The number of dogs inside Parassinikadavu temple compound is significant to miss any one's attention. Dogs are beloved companions to Sree Muthappan. So beloved that a couple of bronze dog sculptures prominently adorn the temple entrance. The saying is that, some years back, temple authorities removed dogs from the courtyard. The Theyyam failed to perform, as upset Muthappan did not take over the dancer's body. Shaken authorities had to bring the dogs back in, and only then the Theyyam started to perform.

RAJARAJESHWARI Located at a distance of 25 km from the town of Kannur, in Kerala, is the abode of Sree Rajarajeshwara in Taliparamba. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the shrine is said to be renovated by Parashurama and the exact date still remains unknown. The temple is one amongst the 108 Shiva Kshethrams to be built by Parashurama and is considered a Shaktipeetham, as it is believed to be the place where the head of Goddess Sati fell off.

The Rajarajeswara temple is a Shiva temple located at Taliparamba in the Kannur district of Kerala, South India. The temple is regarded as one of the existing 108 ancient Shiva Temples of ancient Kerala. It also has a prominent place amongst the numerous Shiva temples in South India. It had the tallest shikhara amongst the temples of its time. The Rajarajeshwara temple has a top of about 90 tonnes. If any problem is encountered in the other temples of South India, devotees seek a solution in this temple through a prasna, a traditional method of astrological decision making

The most significant legend associated with the temple says how Parashurama once came across an ancient shrine which had a significant spiritual power lying in ruins, which left him grief-stricken and he wanted to know how this shrine landed in such a neglected state. To know more about the shrine, he called for Narada, who came here and narrated the fall of the temple.

This region is the present Taliparamba and the king installed the idol here. Along with the passage of time, the Jyotirlinga got buried in the earth, making the place spiritually vibrant and brought the Thretha Yuga to an end. Next in the Dwapara Yuga, Muchkunda received the second lingam and the goddess gave the same instructions to him as well for the installation process. He too got attracted to the same spot where Maandhatha installed the first lingam. The second lingam also dissolved itself into the earth, yet again making the place even more powerful, next came Shathasoman who also was naturally attracted to the same place and installed his lingam there. While the performing the installation rituals, this idol too began to sink into the earth and the king prayed to Agasthya to offer guidance.

This is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, venerated here as Rajarajeshwara or the Emperor of emperors, consecrated by Parasuram, renovated by the Chirakkal kings and partly destroyed by Tipu Sultan. Improved memory about history and stayed long time spend precious time of life.

THE ARAKKAL MUSEUM in Kannur city is one of the most significant and frequently visited attractions of the south that celebrates the memory and grandeur of Kerala's only Muslim royal family- the Arakkal Ali Rajas. Previously a majestic palace of the royal family and their actual place of residence, this museum is a true testimony to the impeccable Muslim architecture and design. The Durbar Hall of this palace, which was once the official venue of gathering for the kings and their nobles, has now been converted into the Arakkal Kettu Museum and is managed by the Arakkal Family Trust.
Many artefacts dating to the rule of the Arakkal Dynasty and various relics of the royals are put up on display at this museum. Entering the Arakkal Museum, you feel like you have been teleported to the 1600s- the entire palace oozes with sheer elegance and polished grace. The artefacts and heritage items of the Arakkal Dynasty have been maintained perfectly here and will never fail to stun you with their ostentatious grace and awe-striking class.

Best Time To Visit Arakkal Museum Even though the Arakkal Museum is not very vulnerable to the weather patterns of the city, it is best to explore this museum when the climate is friendly and pleasant. Kannur enjoys an amicable climate throughout the year but is definitely most enjoyable during the winter months which begins from September and goes on till the last days of February.
Architecture of Arakkal Museum The complex of the Arakkal Museum is shaped like a long cuboid that lies amidst a wide and open ground. This vast ground was used to offer Namaaz five times a day by the Arakkal royalty and their nobles. This tradition goes on till date, and many people offer their daily Namaaz here, especially on Fridays. The main palace block is laid over a huge ground with the Arakkal Museum in the centre and four mosques around the periphery. The museum is shaped like a long cuboid that is interconnected by passages and hallways. The entire structure is built mainly out of laterite and wood, a style of architecture typical to the Muslim Kings. This two-storied edifice is immaculately managed and maintained by the authorities. The upper floor of the museum has double-heighted ceilings and extremely wide hallways. The windows here are unique as they are tainted in shades of blue and red, providing a playful and vivid show of lights inside.

Apart from these, there are exhibits that stand as testimonies to the Arakkal rulers’ relationship with European colonial powers as well as those relating to their maritime activities and monopoly on spice trade.