Lokanarkavu Temple, also called Lokanarkavu Bhagavathy Temple, is a famous and ancient shrine in Memunda near Vadakara in Kozhikode district, Kerala. It is mainly dedicated to Goddess Durga, and the temple complex also includes shrines for Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.The temple is strongly linked with North Kerala folklore and is often mentioned in the ballads of Vadakkan Pattukal. It is also closely associated with the legendary warrior Thacholi Othenan, who is said to have worshipped Lokanarkavilamma here.Sources describe Lokanarkavu as an old temple believed to be more than 1,500 years old, with roots tied to early Aryan settlers in Kerala. The temple is also known for its wooden sculptures and centuries-old mural paintings, which are considered an important part of Kerala’s heritage.