The main deity worshipped here is Lord Muruga, revered for his valor and divine grace.

The temple also houses sub-deities including Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvathy, and Lord Ganapathy, enhancing its spiritual significance and attracting devotees from across the region.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Cherai Pooram
Cherai Pooram is a grand festival celebrated at Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple in the Malayalam month of Makaram (January-February). The festival includes the colorful Kavadi Ghoshayatra, majestic Ezhunnallathu (procession with elephants), and the sacred Arattu (holy bath of the deity). Devotees also offer Pongala as part of the celebrations.
Mandala Chirappu Maholsavam
Mandala Chirappu Maholsavam at Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple is a 41-day long festival celebrated with devotion during the Vrischikam month. A major highlight is the Karthika Deepam observed on the Karthika star, where thousands of lamps are lit, creating a divine and vibrant atmosphere in honor of Lord Muruga.
Contact Address: Cherai Gowreeshwara Temple, Pallippuram Road, Gowreeswara, Cherai, Vypin, Kerala 683514