Mullakkal Chirappu Festival 2025 | Sree Rajarajeswari Temple Mullakkal Alappuzha

Mullakkal Rajarajeswari temple is situated in the heart of the Alleppey Town. Goddess Rajarajeswari is the main deity in the temple. There are other deities in the temple - Hanuman, Ganapathi, Subramanya, Nagaraja, Navagraha, Sree Krishna and Ayyappa. The idol faces West unlike most temples where the deity faces East.

മുളക്കൽ ചിറപ്പ് മഹോത്സവം 2025 | Sree Rajarajeswari Temple Mullakkal Alappuzha

It's a unique temple which has beautiful architecture in traditional Kerala style. The major attraction of this shrine is the main roof that is kept opened and is specially designed for Vana Devi. This is more than 500 years old temple. There are plenty of stories behind the origin of the temple. As per the legend, the soldiers of Thekkumkur King have brought the idols in this temple and all the idols were supposed to place in a jasmine garden but later on a temple was constructed in this garden by Devanarayana, the king of Chembagasery. Mullakkal Chirappu at Sree Rajarajeswari Temple Alappuzha Kerala Special poojas and cultural programs mark the Mullakkal Chirappu Festival. The shrine is traditionally decorated with plantain, coconut leaves, flowers, leaves, and traditional lamps and lights. Festivities take place in the temple every evening throughout the month. Kalabham Charth (the application of perfumed sandalwood powder) is performed on the idol during these days, enhancing the temple’s fragrance. The Mullakkal streets are usually filled with a stream of people during the Chirappu evenings. Small stalls selling toys, bangles, and other items appear along the streets, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. A grand firework display marks the end of the festive ceremony, drawing large crowds with its beauty and brightness. The fireworks are followed by a series of cultural programs, including music and dance performances. Renowned Malayalam singers also perform during this time, making the evenings even more special.