Tali Shiva Temple
This 14th Century Hindu temple was built in the by Zamorin of Calicut.
Kozhikode
The inner shrine
T
ali Shiva Temple ( locally called Tali Mahakshetram) is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located in the heart of the Kozhikode city.Tali temple is one of the oldest temples in Kozhikode.
According to the legends, the founding and prosperity of Kozhikode city is closely linked with the sanctity of this ancient temple. It is believed that the lingam in the sanctum of the Temple was installed towards the end of Dwaparayuga by lord Parasurama. The posture of idol in the sanctum is of Umamaheswara form of Lord Siva.
The temple reached its zenith during the rule of the Zamorin of Calicut. The temple to its present state was built in the 14th century.
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