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Thirunelli Temple

Wayanad, Kerala
12th Century CE

Ancient temple in the Brahmagiri Hills of Wayanad, called the Kashi of the South. Surrounded by virgin forest.

Source: Aitihasik heritage database. Use this as a field guide and verify sensitive historical claims before citation.

Details

Dynasty
Chera
Style
Kerala
Primary Deity
Vishnu
Languages
Malayalam, Sanskrit
Scripts
Malayalam, Grantha

Historical Significance

Kashi of the South. Brahmagiri Hills. Virgin forest setting

Architectural Features

Mountain settingPapanasini stream30 granite pillarsForest location