The temple also houses sub-deities including Goddess Bhuvaneswari Devi and Lord Ganapathy, attracting devotees seeking divine blessings and spiritual solace.
Known for its peaceful ambiance and traditional rituals, the temple is an important place of worship in the region.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Meena Thiruvona Maholsavam
Meena Thiruvona Maholsavam at Kakkakottoor Sree Mahadeva Temple is an enchanting celebration held in the Malayalam month of Meenam (March-April), marked by deep devotion and vibrant rituals. The festival begins with Thrikkodiyettu and a serene Deeparadhana, as lamps are lit to invoke divine presence. Devotees engage in the heartfelt recitation of the Sahasranama Parayanam, chanting the thousand names of Lord Shiva, followed by a grand temple procession, Ezhunnallath accompanied by traditional music.
Sivaratri Maholsavam
Sivaratri Maholsavam at Kakkakottoor Sree Mahadeva Temple, observed in the month of Kumbham, is a spiritually profound celebration featuring traditional and ceremonial rituals. The festival includes Jaladhara, continuous pouring of holy water over the Shiva linga, accompanied by devotional Akhandanajapam throughout the night.
Contact Address: Kakkakottoor Sree Mahadeva Temple, Kakkakottoor, Kollam, Kerala 691505
Phone Number: 086064 32851
