Alathiyur Hanuman Temple

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is located in Alathiyur, near Tirur, Malappuram district in the state of Kerala, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Sree Rama, his brother Bharatha and Lord Hanuman. According to the history, the temple is very ancient and the deity of Hanuman present in the temple is installed 3000 years ago by Sage Vasishtha, one of the Saptarishis, the seven great sages of Hindu Mythology.

The Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is extremely beloved to its devotees for very many reasons. Lord Rama is the presiding Deity here. The daily puja-rituals, offerings by devotees, and the spectacular annual Temple Festival – all are held in honor of the Lord Rama. However, the devotees always address this temple as ‘Hanuman Kavu’ Temple. And, in a way, it symbolizes the triumph of the supreme strength of the devotion of Lord Hanuman as an ideal Bhakta, which overshadows the presiding deity, Lord Rama.

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Here, Sri Rama is visualized as the Maryada-Purushothaman – he is separated from his beloved wife, Devi Sita, by the demon King Ravana who had abducted her to Lanka. Sri Rama is seen entrusting his beloved Bhakta, Hanuman the possible task of locating the details of Sita. Sri Rama shares with Hanuman about how to look out for Devi Sita in Lanka. Hanuman, to reach Lanka would have had to cross the vast and formidable sea that separates Lanka from the main land. Thirty three crore Gods gathered to witness this significant act. It was an act in which the the Lord himself, Sri Rama, seeks the assistance of his bhakta, Hanuman. All the Gods bestowed Hanuman with their enormous strength, so that he succeeded in his mission. For Hanuman, this is was a very significant moment, and hence, his pre-eminence at alathiyoor.

The temple of Sri Hanuman is adjacent to the main temple of Sri Rama, who is the presiding deity. Sri Hanuman stands leaning a little towards the left, symbolic of how he hears his master’s words. Sri Rama is confiding in Hanuman the cue-word ( Abhignana Vaakyam ) that would enable him to gain the confidence of Sita. Hanuman has a mace in his hand. All the Gods blesses Lord Hanuman with all their powers. He is all set to accomplish his mission of finding out the whereabouts of Devi Sita. Here he is the personification of divine strength, confidence, concentration of purpose, Bhakti, and above all humility. He is the symbol of supreme self-sacrifice. He seems to be assuring Sri Rama: “Your wish is my command”. Devotees of Hanuman visit the temple to make their wishes fulfilled and be heard by the mighty Hanuman.

There is a platform to commemorate Sri Hanuman’s mighty leap to Lanka over the sea. There is a long granite stone at one end of this platform and it symbolizes the sea. Devotees com running and leap over this long stone. By doing this, auspicious impact is expected especially for the better health and life of children.

The temple is open for devotees from 5 AM to 10 PM and from 5 PM to 8 PM.

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple Prasadam

The favorite offering of Sree Hanuman is “Wet Avil ( Pothi Avil)” and another important offering is “Kadalai” plantain.

Ramanavami, Hanuman Jayanti are the most prominent festivals, celebrated in this temple. Festivals are celebrated in the temple in Aipasi (October-November) on Tiruvonam star day and on Hastham star day in Panguni (March-April) and on Aadi Amavasya day (new moon day in July-August).

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple By Road

Alathiyur is 7 kms from Tirur. Alathiyur Bus stop is the nearest bus stand at the distance of 3 kms from the temple. Buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis are available almost all the time to reach the temple.

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple By Rail

The nearest railway station is the Tirur Railway station at a distance of 9.5 kms from the temple.

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple By Air

The nearest airport is the Kozhikode International Airport, which is at a distance of 47 kms from the temple.

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple, Malappuram, Kerala

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