Sri Rudhira Mahakali Kavu is located on the hills at Parithipara, which is 2 km from
Wadakanchery, on the
Shoranur route. This temple is dedicated to the Goddess Mahakali.
Uthralikavu Pooram, one of the popular festivals of Central Kerala, is held here. On the last day of this festival, 21 majestically decorated elephant line up to the rhythmic accompaniment of Panchavadyam and Pandimelam. Again at night, the elephant parade is repeated accompanied by thousands of devotees. Religious and cultural art forms are also part of this festival.