Warriers are one among the 'Ambalavasis', a host of Hindu communities who had customary occupations relating to temples and temple rituals. They are scattered along the length and breadth of Kerala.The centuries has produced many versatile geniuses in the spheres of literature,learning, astrology and indigeneous medicine. Unnayi Warrier (author of Nalacharitham Attakatha), Ramapurath Warrier (Kuchelavrithom Vanchippattu), Kaikulangara Rama Warrier (the greatest Astrologer) are some renowned names among them.
Tharakkal, in Palakkad district , Kerala, has a remarkable place in the history of Kerala. Warriers of Tharakkal were once the courageous soldiers of Samoothiris of Kozhikkode. Their sincerity and daintiness eased them the goodwill of the Samoothiris, who elevated them to the rank of 'Madambis' or barons.
The sprawling Tharakkal Wariem (family house)consisting of many elegant structures like a nalukettu, pathayapura, temple and kulapura malika, is a proud testimony of the noble status.A visit to this Warriem will surely help you to appreciate the splendour of Kerala's medieval architecture as well as imbibe the past glories of an aristocratic way of life. The Warriem and its surroundings have also formed backdrops for many Malayalam films.
Courtesy- An article by Shri. M.G.Sasibhooshan in the Indian Express.
Temples of Tharakkal
Balanarasimha Moorhty Temple
This temple situated within the Tharakkal complex, is the cynosure among the other elegant structures BalaNarasimha Moorthy , fourth incarnation of Lord Vishnu , is the presiding deity; Anthimahakalan (Lord Siva) Temple is located near to this temple. Pambum Kavu [ An open air space which is under the umbrella of huge trees where idols of snake are worshipped] adds to the divinity of this atmosphere.
Mulyankavu Bhagavathi Temple
This temple, which is dedicated to the Goddess Kali, is located at Mulayankavu ( 2 Kms away from Tharakkal ). This Goddess is the Bharadevata [Mother Deity of Tharakkal Family ].
Koduvayoor Bhagavathi Temple
This temple, which is also dedicated to Bhagavathi, is located in Tharakkal complex at Koduvayoor,which is approximately 12 K.ms away from Palakkad and 60 Kms away from Tharakkal Warriem [main complex] at Vallappuzha . A temple where Lord Rama is the presiding deity , is also located near to this temple. Tharakkal complex at Koduvaayoor was built , so as to provide accommodation facility to the young members of the family ,who studied at Victoria College, Palakkad, in the early decades of this century.