The temple is dedicated to Virat Viswakarma. He is revered as the originator of the universe, being "aja" (unborn) and "svayambhu" (self-created), and is credited with the creation of the entire cosmos, as depicted in the Rigveda's Viswakarma Sukta and Krishna Yajurveda's Purusha Sukta. This highlights the temple's significance in honoring the supreme creator and cosmic architectWhile specific historical dates for the establishment of this particular temple are not readily available in the search results, the significance of the temple lies in its dedication to Lord Viswakarma. He is a highly revered deity, especially among the Vishwakarma community.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Ayilyam Pooja
Held during the Malayalam month of Kanni (typically September/October), this pooja holds significant importance for ancestral worship and seeking blessings for family well-being.
Vavubali Tharppanam
This sacred ritual is conducted during the Malayalam month of Karkidakam (typically July/August). It involves offering oblations to departed ancestors, seeking their blessings and liberation, and is believed to bring peace to the souls of ancestors.
Contact Address:
Sree Virad Viswabrahmadeva Temple,
Pongamthanam,
Thottakkadu,
Kerala 686539,
India.
Phone Number: +91 9447806754
