The legend narrates that Vettakkorumakan was born when Shiva, in the form of a Kirata (hunter), sought to deliver the powerful weapon Pashupatastra to the warrior Arjuna.
This temple is a significant place of worship, attracting devotees who seek blessings for courage, strength, and protection.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thenga Earum Pattum Maholsavam
The Mahashivaratri festival celebrated here is a grand occasion marked by fervent devotion and elaborate rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees engage in day-long prayers, fasting, and night vigils, honoring the divine attributes of Lord Shiva. Special ceremonies such as Abhishekam and Sahasranama Archana are performed to invoke the blessings of Lord Shiva for spiritual growth and well-being. The temple premises come alive with the sound of bells, chants of sacred hymns creating a spiritually charged atmosphere during this auspicious festival.
Prathishta Vaarshikam
The annual Prathishta Vaarshikam celebration in the month of Edavam is a significant event at the temple, commemorating the consecration anniversary of the presiding deity. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in special prayers, rituals, and offerings conducted throughout the auspicious occasion. The temple resonates with the sounds of Vedic chants, hymns, and devotional songs, as devotees seek the divine blessings and grace of the deity for prosperity and well-being.
Contact Address: Nellikunnu Trimbakeshwara Shiva Temple, Alakode, Kannur, Kerala
