Thirunelli Temple

Thirunelly temple is a Wayanad temple which serves as a remarkable spiritual tour spot. Thirunelly temple located near Mananthavady is located adjacent to Brahmagiri hill located in Kerala. The principal deity of this temple is lord Vishnu.

Vishnu is the superlative deity according to Vaishnavite tradition followed by Hindus. Smartas, who follow Adi Shankara, idolize Vishnu as one among the five principal forms of God. Lord Vishnu is dignified as the uppermost deity in the Bhagavad Gita, a Hindu religious scripture.
Thirunelly temple is positioned at about 900 meters height above mean sea level. Thirunelli is a Wayanad temple surrounded by mountains and beautiful woods. The nearest town to Thirunelly temple is Mananthavady. Long before, Thirunelli was a pilgrim center that was inaccessible due to surrounding mountains and forests. There is evidence for the fact that Thirunelli temple acted as an important pilgrim center in south India during the reign of Bhaskara Ravi Varma, a Chola king during 962–1019 CE.
 The history of Thirunelly temple dates back to 3000 years and the temple has granite columns to protect it. There is stream by the name Papanashini nearby Thirunelly temple. An aqueduct from the Papanashini stream provides water for temple usage. Another notable thing about this temple is the Panchatheertha pond located near it. Five rivers used to meet in this Panchatheertha pond in the past. Panchatheertha pond is surrounded by dense bushes. In the centre of the pond there is a stone slab with the impression of Vishnu’s feet, which is referred to as Vishnu’s pad. Papanashini is considered to destroy the sins of pilgrims who take bath in it. Thirunelli temple in Wayanad is a must see for Hindu pilgrims visiting Kerala. It is open to all people without restrictions.