Poonthanam illam (poonthanam house)












Poonthanam illam at Kizhattoor, Perinthalmanna. This is the house of Poonthanam Namboothiri, an exponent of the Krishna cult of the Bhakthi movement, known for his work, Janappana Temple where he used to pray is situated nearby.



Getting there

Nearest railway station :: Angadippuram, about 8 km.

Nearest airport             :: Calicut International Airport, about 32 km away









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