Kattappana Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, known as Sastha or Dharma Sastha. Ayyappa is celebrated as a warrior deity embodying ascetic devotion and adherence to Dharma, the ethical path of life.
The temple also venerates Goddess Durga, Lord Ganapathy, Lord Subrahmanya, Lord Shiva, and Rakshas, adding to its spiritual significance.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Uthram Thirunaal Maholsavam
The annual festival at Kattappana Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, celebrated during the Kumbham Month, is renowned for its grandeur and spiritual fervor. It features elaborate pujas, rituals, traditional music performances like melam, vibrant temple folk arts, and the majestic presence of caparisoned elephants. Devotees from near and far gather to participate in these festivities, which highlight the temple's cultural heritage and religious significance in the region.
Navaratri Maholsavam
Navaratri Maholsavam is a vibrant festival celebrated across India, particularly in temples dedicated to Goddess Durga. It typically spans nine nights and is marked by rituals, prayers, and cultural performances. Activities include Ganapathi homam for invoking blessings, elaborate poojas dedicated to Devi, and the auspicious ceremony of Vidyarambham, where children are initiated into learning. It's a time of spiritual fervor, with devotees seeking blessings for prosperity, wisdom, and protection from the divine mother.
Contact Address: Kattappana Sree Mahadevi Temple, Ambalakkavala, Kattappana, Kerala 685515
