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Velorvattom Sri Mahadeva Temple is a Hindu temple located in Cherthala in Alleppey district in the Indian state of Kerala. Believed to be constructed in the 7th century by Azhvanchery Thamprakkal. According to the legend, Kerala is the land gifted by Lord Parasurama, the sixth incarnation of Lord Maha Vishnu. The installation of the idol of the Lord Shiva was performed by sage Parasurama himself. The Velorvattom Sri Mahadeva Temple is one of the few temples of the state where two Nalambalam and two Flagmast are dedicated. Temple is one among the 108 Siva Temples listed in the Shivalaya sothram; the exact period of installation of this temple is not known. This Temple is Kudumbha kshetram or family moolasthana prathista for many famous Families in Kerala.




Location


The temple is located in Cherthala town. One kilometer away from Cherthala KSRTC bus stand is on the bypass to the national highway.




See also


108 Shiva Temples
Temples of Kerala
Nalpathaneeswaram Sree Mahadeva Temple




References

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• Velorvattom Sri Mahadeva Temple
• Thrichattukulam Mahadeva Temple
• 108 Shiva Temples
• Places of worship in Cherthala