It holds significance as one of the major Bhadrakali temples in Kerala and celebrates the rare Thripputhu festival, during which the temple is closed for three days due to the irregular menstruation of the deity. The temple conducts five daily pujas, three for Lord Shiva and three for Bhadrakali, with the presiding deity Mahadeva facing east in the form of a lingam, while the image of his consort Bhadrakali is positioned behind it facing west.
Additionally, shrines for Shasta, Nilagriva, and an image of Ganesha adorn the temple precincts, with the Bhadrakali deity sculpted from panchaloha, an alloy of five metals, believed to have been brought to the temple by Perumachuten.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruppooth Aratt
Thiruppooth Aratt is a significant festival celebrated at least thrice a year in the Chengannur Mahadeva Temple, where festival images of Mahadeva and Bhadrakali are taken on decorated elephants in a procession to the Pamba River. Devotees offer a holy dip, called arat, to the images, after which the decorated images are ceremoniously brought back to the temple. During the procession, women devotees carry traditional thalappoli lamps, while a temple orchestra and panchavadyam accompany the entourage, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Thiru Ulsavam
Thiru Ulsavam, marks the culmination of major festivities at the Chengannur Mahadeva Temple. Among these celebrations, Thrikkodiyettu holds special significance, occurring during the Thiruvathirai month of Dhanu, attracting devotees who participate in the grand procession and sacred rituals, enhancing the spiritual ambiance of the temple precincts. This festival epitomizes devotion and cultural vibrancy, reflecting the rich traditions and fervent worship at this revered Hindu temple in Kerala.
Contact Address: Chengannur Mahadeva Temple, Kizhakke Nada, Chengannur, Alappuzha, Kerala 689121
Phone Number: 1800 425 4747
