കൊല്ലം കിലിമരത്തുകാവ് ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ സ്കന്ദ ശഷ്ഠി ആഘോഷം, സ്വാമി മുരുകനെ സ്മരിച്ചുകൊണ്ട് പ്രത്യേക പൂജകളും ചടങ്ങുകളും ഭക്തിപൂർണ്ണ ഉത്സവങ്ങളും ഉൾക്കൊള്ളുന്ന വൈഭവശാലിയായ ഉത്സവമാണ്.
സ്കന്ദ ശഷ്ഠി കിലിമരത്തുകാവ് ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Skandha Shashtti Kilimarathukavu Temple Kollam
The Skanda Shashti festival at Kilimarathukavu Temple in Kollam is one of the most significant and widely celebrated religious events in the region. Dedicated to Lord Murugan also known as Subramanya Swamy this festival attracts devotees from across Kerala and neighboring states who come to seek blessings, fulfill vows and participate in the elaborate rituals that mark this auspicious occasion. The festival falls on the sixth day of the lunar month of Karthigai a day revered for its spiritual significance in Hindu tradition.
At Kilimarathukavu Temple, the celebrations are marked by a series of special poojas and religious ceremonies that are meticulously conducted by the temple priests. Devotees engage in fasting, prayers, and devotional singing, creating an atmosphere of deep spirituality and reverence. The temple premises are beautifully decorated with traditional lamps, flowers and colorful decorations enhancing the festive ambiance. One of the key highlights of the festival is the Skanda Shashti Kavadi procession where devotees carry intricately designed kavadis as an act of penance and devotion to Lord Murugan.
In addition to the rituals, the temple also hosts cultural programs, classical music performances and discourses on the life and teachings of Lord Murugan, providing devotees with both spiritual and cultural enrichment. Many devotees believe that participating in the festival and performing the prescribed rituals brings divine blessings, protection from obstacles and fulfillment of wishes.
The festival is not only a spiritual experience but also a community celebration where people from different walks of life come together in devotion and harmony. Pilgrims often make it a point to visit the temple for all six days of the festival witnessing the grandeur and experiencing the devotional fervor that makes Skanda Shashti at Kilimarathukavu Temple truly special.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Special Morning Poojas and Rituals
• Kumarasukthapushpaneali Pooja
• Fasting and Devotional Participation
• Vettila Donation Ritual
Temple Location
📍 Kilimarathukavu Temple, Kadakkal, Kerala 691536.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Kadakkal, Kollam – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kadakkal Bus Stop – 3 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Varkala Railway Station – 32 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 52 Km
Contact
📞 086064 02255
