








Taliparamba Rajarajeswara Temple
Lord Sree Rajarajeswara
Taliparamba or Perumchelloor(Perinchalloor) or Chelloor(Chellur) was one among the 64 brahminical settlements(gramam) established by Parasurama in ancient Kerala. The old name of Taliparamba was ‘Lakshmipura’ as this place was considered as an abode of prosperity. All the fame and prosperity to Perinchelloor Gramam is because of the presence of Sree Raja Rajeswara temple and the blessings of Perum Thrikkovilappan. Perinchelloor Gramam has been referred in the Tamil book “Pathittupathu”,Chelloor Nadhodaym Chambu (Sanskrit), Kerala Pazhama, Kerala Mahatmyam, Jambukolpathi, Kokila Sandesam, Keralolpathi and many more. Between A.D.216 and 333 Perinchelloor was the capital of Chera Kingdom ruled by Cheraman Perumals as referred in “Pathittupath”.





It is believed that Shiva at Rajarajeshwara temple assures the child a high status, Sri Krishna of Trichambaram bestows with good nature and mental qualities and the deity Vaidyanatha at Kanjirangad temple with long life.

Trichambaram Sree Krishna Temple
Kanjirangad Vaidyanatha Temple

VISION ORDER
SREE RAJARAJESWARA TEMPLE

The main deity in Taliparamba Rajarajeswara Temple (which is situated at Taliparamba Muncipality, 25 km away from Kannur in Kerala State) is famous as Rajarajeswara Perumal. Rajarajeswara is one of the names of Lord Shiva. The name means “The Lord(Iswara) of Rajaraja(Chakravarthi or the king of kings)”.










Largest Shiva Idol in Bronze – in India
The Rajarajeswara Temple in Taliparamba, Kerala, is now home to India’s largest bronze idol of Lord Shiva, a magnificent addition that stands at an impressive 14 feet in height and weighs approximately 4200 kilograms. This monumental statue was meticulously crafted by renowned sculptor Mr. Unni Kanayi, reflecting exceptional artistry and devotion. The idol was generously sponsored by Mottamal Rajan, whose contribution made this divine vision a reality. The grand unveiling of the statue was a historic event, graced by the Honorable Governor Mr. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar of Kerala, marking a proud moment for devotees and art lovers alike.