Sree Umamaheswara Temple, located in Erattayar Santhigram, Idukki, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to the divine couple Lord Shiva (Maheswara) and Goddess Parvati (Uma).
This form symbolizes the union of the masculine and feminine divine energies, representing cosmic balance, harmony, and marital bliss.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Makaravilakku Maholsavam
Makaravilakku Maholsavam is celebrated with great devotion and grandeur. The festival includes the performance of Ashta Dravya Ganapathi Homam, seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha for prosperity and the removal of obstacles. The celebrations also feature Deeparadhana and the Karpoora Aazhi , creating a spiritually charged atmosphere that attracts numerous devotees.
Thrikkarthika
Prathishta Vaarshikam is celebrated annually in the Malayalam month of Medam. This festival features special rituals such as the Meda Pongala, where devotees prepare a sacred offering of rice and jaggery, and Kalasha Pooja. The temple premises are filled with devotional fervor as devotees gather to participate in these auspicious ceremonies, seeking prosperity and well-being.
Contact Address: Erattayar Sree Mahadevi Temple, Erattayar, Santhigram, Idukki, Kerala 685514
Phone Number :97449 77189
