Alathiyur Hanuman Temple

Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is a prominent Hindu temple located in Alathiyur village near Tirur in Malappuram District, Kerala. Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, it is one of the rare and most revered Hanuman temples in Kerala. The temple is noted for its ancient idol of Hanuman facing east towards the nearby Rama temple, its traditional Kerala architecture, and its association with Ramayana traditions attracting devotees year-round.

Visitors can expect a traditional Kerala-style temple complex with a sanctum housing the Hanuman idol, a separate shrine for Lord Rama opposite, pillared halls, and a temple pond. The setting is quiet and village-like surrounded by coconut groves. Visitors can have darshan, observe daily pujas and rituals, receive prasadam, and explore the temple courtyard. Photography is generally allowed in outer areas but restricted inside the sanctum.

The temple is believed to be ancient, traditionally associated with Ramayana legends. Local tradition holds that the idol was consecrated by sage Vasishta and later worshipped in connection with Lord Rama's journey. The temple exhibits classic Kerala architectural style and has been a centre of Hanuman worship in the region for centuries.

The temple holds significant religious importance as one of the most prominent Hanuman shrines in Kerala where Hanuman is worshipped as the principal deity. It is revered by devotees seeking blessings for strength, protection and fulfillment of wishes. Annual festivals, especially Hanuman Jayanti and Ramayana-related observances, draw large gatherings and reflect Kerala's devotional traditions.