Ullalti is a female spirit icon that hails from the Rajandaiva or royal category. This Bhoota’s origins can be traced back to the village Anantadi located 40 kms east of Mangalore city. The important Bhutasthana here is known as the Chittarige and is dedicated to Ullalti and her attendant Malaraya. The Mechchi is a public event held in honour of Ullalti mainly at Kapu, Anathadi, Mani, Balnadu and Nandalike. The ceremony which is held once in twelve years is called Dharmamechchi or Dhar-manema.
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