Lord Shiva, the principal deity of the Altharamood Sri Mahadeva Temple, is revered as one of the principal gods in Hinduism. He is considered the supreme being who represents destruction and regeneration, as well as the divine force of transformation.
Devotees worship Lord Shiva for his attributes of power, compassion, and auspiciousness, seeking his blessings for spiritual growth, protection, and the removal of obstacles.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Annual Festival
The annual festival of the Altharamood Sri Mahadeva Temple, celebrated during the Kumbha Masam, is renowned for its vibrant rituals and traditional poojas dedicated to Lord Shiva. It attracts devotees from far and wide who come to witness the grand procession featuring caparisoned elephants (Kuthira), melam (traditional percussion music), and various Kerala temple folk arts.
Thiruvathira
Thiruvathira, celebrated during the Dhanu month, is a festival marked by rituals like Ashtabhishekam (offering of eight substances to the deity), Kappu Kettu (tying protective threads around the wrists), Thiruvathira Samarppanam (devotional offerings), and Maha Mrityunjaya Homam (a fire ritual invoking Lord Shiva's blessings for health and longevity).
Contact Address: Altharamood Sri Mahadeva Temple, Neendakara, Chavara, Kerala 691588
