Aarattu Mahotsavam 2025 | Nangiarkulangara Sree Krishna Temple Alappuzha

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The Nangiarkulangara Sree krishna temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is located on the Haripad - Kayamkulam route in Nangiarkulangara in Pallipad Panchayat of Alappuzha district. Aarattu Mahotsavam Nangiarkulangara Sree Krishna Temple Alappuzha Kerala This is one of the most famous temples located in this region. The Lord here is said to grant the wishes of the devotees who pray with full devotion. During the festival days, thousands of devotees are attracted towards the temples where they come to seek the holy blessings of the Lord.

The festival is annually observed from the Thirvonam Nakshatram in Dhanu. The Aarattu Utsavam starts in the Malayalam month of Dhanu (December-January). It is a 9 days spectacular event. The weeklong festival is noted for various rituals. Traditional performing arts, music and dance are staged during the period. The flag hoisting ceremony marks the beginning of the festival.

The shrine is traditionally decorated with plantain, coconut leaves, flowers, leaves,traditional lamps and lights. There are special poojas and offerings during the festival period. Also Annadanam is organized on all days. Caparisoned elephants, melam,fireworks and sheevali are part of the festival. The Arattu festival attracts thousands of devotees. The utsava murti of the deity is taken for ritualistic purification on the day.