The principal deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, who is worshipped with great reverence by the devotees.
The temple also houses shrines for other significant deities, including Goddess Devi, Ganapathy, Muruga, and Lord Ayyappa, making it a prominent place of worship for the local community and visitors.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Uthram Thirunal Maholsavam
The Uthram Thirunal Maholsavam is celebrated in the month of Kumbham. The festival includes various rituals and ceremonies such as Ganapathi Homam, Bhagavatha Parayanam, Mrityunjaya Homam, Vilakku, and Pongala. Devotees participate enthusiastically, offering prayers and performing these rituals for blessings and prosperity.
Ayilyam Pooja
Ayilyam Pooja is dedicated to the serpent god and goddesses, Nagaraja and Nagayakshi. It is performed on the Ayilyam day in the Hindu months, attracting numerous devotees who seek blessings for protection from snake related doshas and prosperity. The rituals include special poojas, offerings, and often the installation of serpent idols.
Contact Address: Plakkadu Sree Paimuhoorthykavu Temple, Ezhukone, Karuvelil, Kollam, Kerala 691505
