[1][2] Tali Kshetram is an ancient temple in the heart of Kozhikode town.

Sree Krishna, Thevarathil Bhagavathy, Ayyappa, Sri Vishnu and Nagam are installed outside Shiva Temple.

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 Dvapara Yuga by Sri.

Though this divine power existed from time immemorial, the attention of the citizens of Kozhikode was (bestowed on the temple) only by about 1500 years ago.

Later on the temple reached its zenith during the rule of the Zamorin of Calicut,(also known as Samoothiri)who had the prestigious title Sailabdheswara.

[3] The temple was almost damaged when Tipu Sultan invaded Kozhikode in the 18th century.

It is a treasure house with numerous deities and beautiful built.This is a two storied sanctum.

The outer walls have deities of Ayyappa, Thevarathil Bhagavathy and Naga.There is a separate Vishnu temple within the complex.

These gateways are another treat to eyes with intricate carvings, while the Deepasthambhum is the beautiful lighting pillars.The various temples within the complex are Sivakshetram, Nalambalam and Krishnakshetram.

Previously only Namboothiris, Kshatriyas, Ambalavasis and Nairs were allowed in the temple.

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