Pisharikavu

Pisharikavu is a Hindu temple located near Kozhikode with two shrines dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy and Lord Shiva. The interiors display intricate wood carvings and painted murals that reflect traditional craftsmanship techniques.

The temple was established by the Ettuveettil family, diamond merchants who obtained land from the Samoothiri-King of Kozhikode. This connection to a merchant family shaped its foundational history.

The temple celebrates an important eight-day festival during the Malayala month of Meenam, when the grounds fill with traditional Kerala art performances and decorated elephants in processions. The festival draws people who come to witness these old ceremonies and artistic displays that remain central to local religious life.

The temple is accessible daily in two time periods, morning and evening, allowing visitors to come according to their schedule. Staff members speak both Malayalam and English, making it easier to communicate with people from different backgrounds.

The temple safeguards a sacred sword called Nandhakam, which according to tradition was given to a devotee through a divine dream. This relic attracts visitors interested in the spiritual traditions held at this site.