The Thirumullavaram Sree Maha Vishnu Swami Temple is unique as it holds equal reverence for both Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. Vishnu is worshipped facing east and Shiva facing west. Sub-deities include Goddess Devi, Dharma Sastha, Murugan, and Rakshas.
The temple is renowned for its annual Karkidaka Vavu Bali, a significant ritual performed for the departed souls. This ritual attracts a large number of devotees who come to offer prayers and seek blessings for their ancestors.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruvona Maholsavam
Thiruvona Maholsavam in the Meenam month is a grand festival observed at the temple. The celebrations include Thrikkodiyettu (flag hoisting), Thiruvabharana Ghoshayatra, Pallivetta, and Arattu. Devotees from all around gather to witness these auspicious events and participate in the rituals with great devotion.
Karkidaka Vavu Bali
Karkidaka Vavu Bali is a Hindu ritual performed to appease ancestors. This ritual takes place during the Malayalam month of Karkkidakam, which falls in July or August. People perform special rituals at homes and on the premises of temples as part of the Vavu Bali ceremony.
Contact Address: Thirumullavaram Sree Maha Vishnu Swami Temple, Thirumullavaram, Kollam, Kerala 691012
