The primary deity worshipped at the temple is Nagaraja, the serpent god, who is believed to be the king of serpents. The temple also houses an idol of Vanadurga, a form of the goddess Durga, who is revered as the presiding deity alongside Nagaraja.
The temple is also considered to be a sacred place where devotees seek blessings for prosperity, fertility, and overall well-being.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Pooyam Ayilyam Maholsavam
The Pooyam Ayilyam Maholsavam at Mavilakkavu Sree Nagaraja Vanadurga Temple in Kundara, Kollam district, Kerala, is a vibrant festival celebrated with fervor and devotion. The festivities include sacred rituals such as Ganapathi Homam, offering prayers to Lord Ganesha for auspicious beginnings, Naranga Vilakku, lighting of lamps using lemon symbolizing prosperity, and Bhagavatha Parayanam
Noorum Palum Oottu
Noorum Paalum Oottu is a sacred ritual initiated by Lord Parashurama aimed at promoting mental well-being, aiding physical recovery, and mitigating the effects of distress caused by Nagas. This ritual, involving the offering of cooked rice and milk, is believed to pacify the Nagas and cleanse individuals afflicted by Naga Dosha, whether incurred intentionally or inadvertently.
Contact Address: Mavilakkavu Sree Nagaraja Vanadurga Temple, Kundara, Pazhangalam, Kollam, Kerala
