Gulikan theyyam


Guligan is believed to have taken birth from the left thumb finger of Lord Shiva. To protect Maarkandeyan, Shiva killed the lord of death. This no one in earth had death since then and thus in order to cope up with the situation, Lord Shiva created Guiligan. Guligan theyyam is a real frightening one. As high as high, As wide as earth, Round fiery eyes like coconut, teeth resembling chisel, hands as tough as aracnut tree, Legs as strong as coconut tree trunk. These depicts the shape and size of Guligan.

As it was created for bringing about death on earth, Guligan is entertained through Guruthi OR Kuruthi and by offering blood of hen. Tender coconut leaves are integral part in the costumes of Guligan theyyam, Tender coconut leaves are worn around the waiste and the head gear made of bamboo decorated with tender leaves. A typical mask which is unique in its own way is another characteristics in Guigan theyyam.

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