The Vrischikotsavam at Sree Vithoba Temple in Kayamkulam, Alappuzha, is an annual 10-day festival celebrated in November/December (Vrischikam) with vibrant rituals and cultural programs.The specialty of the temple is its Chariot and the Ratholsavam around the temple during the festival time. Vrischikothsavam and Chaithrolsavam are the two major festival celebrated in this temple.
വൃശ്ചികോത്സവം 2025 | ശ്രീ വിതോഭ ക്ഷേത്രം കായംകുളം ആലപ്പുഴ | Vrishchikotsavam 2025 | Sree Vithoba Temple Kayamkulam Alappuzha
Sree Vithoba temple is one of the important and ancient temples in Kayamkulam. Locally known as
'konkani' temple', it is located near Kayamkulam market. The main deity in this temple is Sree Vittala or
Vithoba.This temple is associated with the Gowda Saraswatha Brahmin(GSB) community in
Kayamkulam region.
This temple is believed to be constructed in early 18th century with the help of the
King of Kayamkulam. This is one of the major temples of GSB community in Kerala and is one among
the rare temples of God Vithoba. The temple complex comprises the sanctum sanctorum (Sreekovil) and
inner temple, flag post (dwajam), temple pond, chariot location, Lord Siva shrine, Naga shine and
Vithobaji and althara.
Vrishchikotsavam 2025 | Sree Vithoba Temple Kayamkulam Alappuzha
The shrine is traditionally decorated with plantain, coconut leaves,flowers, leaves, traditional lamps and lights.There are special poojas and offerings during the festive period. Traditional arts performance, music and dance are staged during the festival period. Numerous cultural programs and temple arts are performed during this festive period. Famous radholsavam or chariot festival takes place on the 10th day of the festival, beautifully decorated chariot is pulled around the temple. Thousands of devotees throng to witness the events and rituals. On the final day Arattu (holy bath) takes place, the utsava murti of the deity is taken out of the shrine for ritual bathing . Instead of elephant, palanquin is used for the arattu ceremony.
Temple Location
📍 Sree Vithoba Temple, Sv Ward, Kayamkulam, Alappuzha- 690502 Kerala
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Kayamkulam Town - 4 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kayamkulam Bus Transist Stop - 800 m
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kayamkulam Railway Station -1.5 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport -108Km
Contact
📱 +91 9495149244 (Radhakrishna Pai-Trustee)
📞 +91 479 2446172
