Poonthanam Illam in Malappuram is the birth place of Poonthanam Nambudiri, the greatest Devotee of Guruvayurappan. Poonthanam Nambudiri was a famous poet well known for his masterpiece the Janappana - the song of wisdom. He was an ardent devottee of Sree Krishna Swamy of Guruvayur Temple.
Poonthanam Illam - House of Poonthanam Nambudiri
Poonthanam illam the traditional house of the great poet Poonthanam is now under the Guruvayur Devaswom and is preserved as a unique memorial. It is located in Malappuram district a short drive from Angadipuram.
About Poonthanam Nambudiri
Poonthanam Nambudiri was born in 1547 at Keezhattoor, near Perinthalamanna and his marriage was followed by years of childlessness. As a result of fervent prayers a baby boy was born but the child died in a tragic circumstance. Heart broken poet seeks solace at Guruvayur temple. Lord Krishna appeared in the form of a child to comfort him and become his constant companion. It is believed that Poonthanam left this world in his body.
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