The presiding deity is Lord Shiva, worshipped in his powerful and benevolent form.
The temple also houses sanctums for several sub-deities including Sree Bhadrakali, Sree Ganapathy, Lord Subramanya, Sree Sastha, Sree Krishnan, Nagadevas (serpent deities), Brahma Rakshas, and Goddess Vanadurga.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruvathira Maholsavam
Thiruvathira Maholsavam is celebrated during the Dhanu month at the temple with great devotion and cultural significance. The festivities include special rituals such as Rudra Abhishekam and Rudra Japam dedicated to Lord Shiva, invoking blessings for peace and prosperity. Traditional performances like Thiruvathirakali (a graceful dance by women) and other cultural programs add to the spiritual and festive atmosphere of the celebration.
Prathishta Dinam
Prathishta Dinam, marking the consecration anniversary of the temple, is observed in the Malayalam month of Edavam with great devotion. The celebrations include Rudraabhishekam, Niramala, Deeparadhana, Vilakku Ezhunnallathu, and Sheeveli (ritual procession of the deity within the temple premises). These rituals symbolize spiritual renewal and invoke divine blessings for devotees.
Contact Address: Kannankulangara Shiva Temple, Hospital Rd, Kannankulangara, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala 682301
Phone Number: 094953 34593
