 The mythology says that this is the place where the holy trinity (Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva), Veerabhadra, Bhadrakali, Shiva Bhutaganas, revered Sages and other holy men came together to complete the Daksha Yaga.It is believed that Sati Devi immolated herself here.The etymology of most of the places on the way to Kottiyoor are also related to the mythology.