മകരവിളക്ക് 2026 ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം, കൊല്ലത്ത് മകരസംക്രാന്തി സമയത്ത് ഭഗവാൻ ശിവനും ദേവി പാർവതിക്കും സമർപ്പിച്ച് പ്രത്യേക പൂജകൾ, ദീപാരാധനയും ഭക്തിപൂർണമായ ആചാരങ്ങളും നടത്തി അനുഗ്രഹം തേടുന്ന ഒരു പവിത്ര ഉത്സവമാണ്.
മകരവിളക്ക് 2026 ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Makaravilakku 2026 Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple Kollam
The Makaravilakku festival at Sree Uma Maheswara Swamy Temple is a highly sacred and spiritually uplifting celebration observed during the Malayalam month of Makaram. This auspicious festival marks a significant period of devotion where the temple becomes a vibrant center of prayer, rituals and cultural traditions dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi.
Devotees from different parts of Kollam and nearby regions gather in large numbers to participate in the special poojas and experience the divine atmosphere created through continuous chanting, lamp lighting, and traditional offerings.
During the Makaravilakku season, the temple conducts elaborate rituals such as Ganapathy Homam, Uma Maheshwara Pooja and Deeparadhana, which are performed with utmost devotion and precision. The sacred flame and oil lamps illuminate the temple surroundings, symbolizing purity, positivity and spiritual awakening.
One of the most important offerings during this festival is the Swayamvara Archana which is widely performed by devotees seeking blessings for marriage, harmonious relationships and family prosperity. The peaceful environment of the temple during this period enhances the spiritual experience allowing devotees to deeply connect with divine energy.
The festival also includes special poojas on auspicious days where priests perform Vedic chants and rituals throughout the day in multiple sessions, creating a continuous flow of spiritual energy. Devotees believe that visiting the temple during this sacred time removes obstacles, brings prosperity and fulfills sincere prayers. The temple atmosphere is further enriched with traditional Kerala temple customs, devotional songs and the fragrance of incense and flowers making the entire celebration deeply immersive.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
• Temple Opening & Nirmalyam Darshanam
• Makara Sankranti Special Poojas
• Ganapathy Homam & Homa Rituals
• Uma Maheshwara Special Pooja
• Makaravilakku Deeparadhana
• Swayamvara Archana
• Sumangali & Mangalya Poojas
• Panchakaala Poojai
• Bhajans & Devotional Keerthanam
• Special Abhishekam & Alankaram
• Evening Deeparadhana with Lamps
Temple Location
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Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple, Andamukkam, Chinnakada, Kollam, Kerala 691001.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kareepra – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kareepra Bus Stop – 0.5 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kayamkulam Railway Station – 18 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 105 Km
