Thiruvankulam Mahadeva Temple, nestled near Tripunithura in Kerala, stands as a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, adorned with a powerful Shivling enshrined within its Chathura Sreekovil, a square sanctum sanctorum.
Alongside the worship of Lord Shiva, devotees also venerate Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganapathy, Lord Ayyappa, Nagaraja, and Nagayakshi, each enshrined within the temple complex.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Annual Festival
The festival at Thiruvankulam Mahadeva Temple is renowned for its distinctive rituals and vibrant festivities, drawing a large number of devotees each year. Culminating with the grand Arattu ceremony, the 10-day celebration concludes on the auspicious Thiruvathira Nakshatra in the Kumbham month of the Malayalam calendar. This auspicious occasion is marked by fervent devotional activities, cultural programs, and offerings to the deities, fostering a sense of spiritual unity among worshippers
Kalamezhuthum Pattum
Kalamezhuthum Pattum, also known as Kalam, is a unique ritualistic art form practiced in Kerala, often referred to as dhulee chithram or powder drawing. In this traditional art, the floor serves as the canvas, and the artist meticulously creates intricate designs using colored powders. Typically performed as part of rituals to worship and appease the gods, Kalamezhuthu Pattu holds deep religious significance in Kerala's cultural heritage.
Contact Address: Thiruvankulam Mahadeva Temple, Thrippunithura, Thiruvankulam, Ernakulam, Kerala 682305
Phone Number :974721100
