Kattilmadam Jain Temple — Attraction in Kerala

Kattil Madom Temple

Take Guruvayur bus from Palakkad and get down at Kattilmadom stop and walk 100 meters from the bus stop.

The Kattil Madom Temple, a domed structure made of granite slabs, on the Pattambi-Guruvayoor road is a Buddhist or a Jain monument believed to date back to the 9th or 10th century. The architecture is of Dravidian style with Chola and Pandya influences. It is located on Perumbilavu-Nilambur Rd, Nagalassery, Kerala 679533

There remains a myth still woven around the construction of Kaithali temple. The myth holds that Pattambi kaithali temple was built by goblins or Bhooothathans. It is a monolithic structure. its really an unfinished construction. The legend runs like this.

Kattilmadom is a pyramidal structure with a rectangular base. The upper part of the temple or the dome like granite structure is embellished with enormous ornamental works such as kudus or chaitya windows niches and thoranas arches.

The rectangular base of kattil madam is significant in the sense that Kattilmadom was the first archeological artifact that revealed the influence of earliest Pallava and Pandya styles in temple construction.

Niches with carved images, pillars and pilasters are decorated with ornamental works. Kudus or Chaithya windows and pavilions are excellence in craftsmanship. The structural similarities between kattil madam and earliest Jainbastis of south Canara suggest that kattil madam should have been a Jain Basti.

The temple is protected by Archaeological Survey of India. This place is famous for excellent Ayurvedic treatments.

Distance (From Palakkad): 38 Kms Trip Duration (Including Travel): 2 Hours Transportation Options: Cab / Bus

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Kattil Madam Temple is a dilapidated shrine in the Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is thought to be a Jain temple built around the 9th or 10th centuries AD and is situated on the Pattambi Guruvayur road. The architecture is of Dravidian style with Chola and Pandyainfluences.

Kerala government has declared it to be a protected monument on 6 January 1976.

There remains a myth still remains  woven around the construction of Kaithali temple. The myth holds that Pattambi kaithali temple was built by globins or Bhooothathans. It is a monolithic structure.

its really an unfinished construction. The legend runs like this. Kattilmadam was the roof of kaithali temple at Pattambi. The globins built the structure  at a distant place and were carrying the same to pattambi. When they reached  Koottupatha they spotted the first  rays of the hatching sun  and they left the granite roof there by the roadside,as we know the suns rays can tame the spell of the...

KattilMadam Temple, a 9th-century Jain shrine protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, is located in the Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The temple showcases Dravidian architecture with Chola and Pandya influences and features an alpa-vimana. The rock cut temple showcases an excellent architectural marvel.

Key Features Architecture: Dravidian style with Chola and Pandya influences. Temple Structure: Alpa-vimana. Location: Situated on the Pattambi Guruvayur Road.

Condition Unfortunately, the temple is currently in a state of disrepair, with neglect and deprivation evident in its maintenance. Its proximity to the roadside has likely contributed to its deterioration.

Accessibility Nearest Bus Station: Koottanad Nearest Railway Station: Pattambi Nearest Airport: Kozhikode International Airport

Overall, Kattil Madam Temple is a historically significant site that deserves better care and attention to preserve its beauty and...