Goddess Mariamman is a powerful deity worshipped in South India for protection against diseases and for overall well-being. The temple holds significant religious importance for devotees, who seek the blessings of Goddess Mariamman to overcome health issues and to lead a prosperous life.
The temple complex also includes shrines dedicated to other deities, contributing to the spiritual ambiance of the place.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Manjal Neerattu
Manjal Neerattu is a unique ritual observed at some temples, including the Sree Mariyamman Kovil in SRM Road, Ernakulam. During this rite, devotees engage in splashing boiling turmeric water on their bodies using a thengin pookola. This practice is believed to purify the body and ward off negative energies, promoting health and well-being. Devotees participate in Manjal Neerattu with great devotion, seeking the blessings of the deity for protection and prosperity.
Kumkumabhishekam
Kumkumabhishekam is a sacred ritual where devotees offer prayers and pour kumkum on the deity as a form of worship. This ritual is performed with utmost devotion to seek the blessings of Goddess Mariamman for protection, prosperity, and well-being. Devotees believe that participating in Kumkumabhishekam brings spiritual purification and fulfills their desires.
Contact Address: Sree Mariyamman Kovil, SRM Road, Ernakulam, Kerala
