The Vettikkavala Mahadeva Temple stands as a significant spiritual landmark dedicated to Lord Shiva.Lord Shiva, a principal deity in Hinduism, is revered as the destroyer and transformer, a part of the Trimurti alongside Brahma and Vishnu.
The Vettikkavala Mahadeva Temple is a central place of worship for the local community and attracts pilgrims from various parts of Kerala.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Kumbha Thiruvathira Maholsavam
The Kumbha Thiruvathira Maholsavam is a significant festival celebrated at the Vettikkavala Mahadeva Temple in Vettikkavala, Kollam district, Kerala. This annual event, observed during the Malayalam month of Kumbham, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and involves elaborate rituals and festivities. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in special poojas, processions, and cultural programs held during the festival. The atmosphere is filled with devotion and fervor as people seek blessings from Lord Shiva for health, prosperity, and spiritual well-being during this auspicious occasion.
Pongala Festival
The Pongala festival is a sacred ritual observed at the Vettikkavala Mahadeva Temple in Vettikkavala, Kollam district, Kerala. During this auspicious event, thousands of devotees gather to prepare a special offering known as Pongala, which is a sweet rice dish cooked in earthen pots. The entire temple premises and surrounding areas are filled with the aroma of incense and the sounds of devotional songs as devotees perform the ritual with utmost devotion and piety. The Pongala offering is then presented to the presiding deity, Lord Shiva, seeking his blessings for health, prosperity, and fulfillment of wishes.
Contact Address: Vettikkavala Mahadeva Temple, Vettikavala, Melila, Kollam, Kerala 691538
Phone Number: 94007 69192
