The Andoor Sree Gandharvaswamy Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Gandharva, accompanied by his divine consort, Aiswarya Yakshi. This tranquil and powerful temple exudes positive vibrations, attracting devotees seeking spiritual solace and blessings.
Devotees visit the temple to seek the blessings of Lord Gandharva and Aiswarya Yakshi for prosperity, harmony, and fulfillment in their lives.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiru Ulsavam
Thiru Ulsavam celebrated in April at the Andoor Sree Gandharvaswamy Temple in Elackad, Kottayam, is marked by the grand Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnyam, a seven-day ritual dedicated to the recitation of the sacred text, Srimad Bhagavatam. During this auspicious event, devotees gather to witness the Vedic rituals and the chanting of verses, invoking divine blessings and spiritual enlightenment. The temple resonates with devout prayers and divine hymns, fostering a spiritually enriching atmosphere that draws devotees seeking solace and blessings from Lord Gandharva and Aiswarya Yakshi.
Kalam Pooja
At the Andoor Sree Gandharvaswamy Temple in Elackad, Kottayam, after the mandapam is adorned, a sacred puja is conducted for the deity, which continues until the final stage of the day's rituals, just before the erasing of the kalam. It is believed that from the moment of this puja, the divine presence of the deity is established in the mandapam, infusing the space with sanctity and spirituality. This kalam pooja ritual holds immense significance, symbolizing the continuous presence and blessings of Lord Gandharva and Aiswarya Yakshi throughout the proceedings, guiding and protecting devotees on their spiritual journey.
Contact Address: Andoor Sree Gandharvaswamy Temple, Elackad, Kottayam, Kerala 686571
Phone Number: 94466 04313
