Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayana Temple

Thiruvegappura Sankaranarayana Temple is an ancient Hindu temple located in Thiruvegappura village on the banks of the Thutha River in Pattambi Taluk, Palakkad District, Kerala. Dedicated to Sankaranarayana, the combined form of Shiva and Vishnu, it is notable for its unique deity concept symbolizing unity of Shaivism and Vaishnavism. The temple is traditionally counted among the 108 Shiva temples of Kerala and is known for its Kerala-style architecture and riverside setting.

Visitors can expect a traditional Kerala-style temple complex situated on the banks of the Thutha River, a tributary of the Bharathapuzha. The main sanctum enshrines the Sankaranarayana deity representing both Shiva and Vishnu. The temple features tiled roofs, wooden carvings, a central courtyard, and a temple pond. The surroundings are quiet and rural, with river views and paddy fields. Visitors can observe daily pujas, rituals, and architecture, and explore the outer precincts and riverside ghats.

The temple is traditionally counted among the 108 Shiva temples of Kerala believed to have been consecrated by Parasurama. Local tradition associates its installation with Garuda. The temple has ancient origins and is situated on the Thutha River, historically an important settlement area along the Bharathapuzha basin. It preserves Kerala temple architectural traditions and has been a continuous place of worship for centuries.

The temple is culturally significant for enshrining Sankaranarayana, symbolizing the unity of Shaivism and Vaishnavism. It is an important pilgrimage centre for devotees of both Shiva and Vishnu. Major festivals such as Maha Shivaratri, Ashtami Rohini and Vaikunta Ekadashi are observed with special pujas and attract devotees from surrounding districts. The temple plays a central role in local religious life and rituals along the Thutha River.