Valliyoorakvu Festival

Located high in the Wayanad Hills at Valliyoorkkavu, 3 kms from Mananthavady town, the temple is dedicated to goddess Bhagavathy.

The idol of the temple is believed to be self- manifested and the annual festival is held in March. The traditional ritual of the Kalamezhuthu is performed during all nights of the festival.

On the final day, the array of folk art forms are presented. The dances performed by the local tribals, using native percussion instruments are a major attraction. On the final day, the array of folk art forms are presented. The dances performed by the local tribals, using native percussion instruments, are a major attraction. The idol of the temple is believed to be self- manifested and the annual festival is held in March. The traditional ritual of the Kalamezhuthu is performed during all nights of the festival.

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