Pallikunnu is another major town lying in the vicinity to Kannur nearly 3 km away. This town is best known for its ancient temple Shree Mookambika Temple, dedicated to Goddess Mookambika. As per the belief, this temple was established by an Indian philosopher Adi Shankaracharya. It was him who first installed the idol in this temple.
The presiding deity of the temple is believed to be representing three goddesses namely Saraswati, Mahalakshmi and Shakti. However, it is during the months of October and November that the temple attracts a large number of devotees during Navratra Festival. Another main attraction of the city is the Kanathoor Maha Vishnu temple.