Friday, July 15, 2016

Korome Masjid


Korome Masjid/Mosque is a famous religious centre in Wayanad District which is around 23 km from Mananthavady. This is a famous mosque in kerala believed to a 400-year-old which is built in traditional Kerala style. The mosque was originally built by the local Nair community in the traditional architectural style with wood carvings.

An annual Uroos festival conducted in April which is very famous and  draws thousands of people from all communities. Most important is the janazas (funeral processions) would come to Korome from as far as Varampetta. You can also visit the dargah of Syed Shihabuddin Imbich, a Muslim saint.

How to reach

Nearest railway station:  Calicut Railway Station

Nearest airport: Calicut International Airport

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Vallarpadam Churuch


The Church of Our Lady of Ransom, Vallarpadam is a famous pilgrim centre. People from all parts of Kerala and outside, irrespective of caste or creed come to the church to seek the Blessings of Mary, the mother of Jesus, popularly known as 'VALLARPADATHAMMA'. Vallarpadath Amma is believed to have miraculously saved her devotees several time from violent storms. The Feast of Vallarpadathamma is celeberated from 16th to 24th September every year. Pilgrims, thousand in number, come to Vallarpadam to participate in the Feast, especially on 24th September.

For More Information Visit    http://www.vallarpadathamma.net/

How to reach

Nearest railway station:  Ernakulam Junction/Town Railway Station

Nearest airport:  Cochin International Airport