The main deity of the temple is Lord Rama, who is celebrated as the seventh avatar of Vishnu and is renowned for his embodiment of virtue, righteousness, and devotion.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama and holds a significant place in the local community. It is a center of worship and spiritual activities, reflecting the values and teachings associated with Lord Rama's life and character.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Karkkidaka Vavu Bali Tharppanam
Karkkidaka Vavu Bali Tharppanam is an important ritual performed on the Vavu during the Karkkidaka month (July-August) in Kerala. This ritual involves offering oblations to the ancestors and is believed to help in attaining peace for the departed souls. Devotees perform the Tharppanam at riverbanks, usually with offerings of cooked rice, sesame seeds, and water, followed by a prayer for the well-being and peace of their ancestors. The ritual is highly revered and considered essential for familial harmony and spiritual cleansing.
Dashavathara Chandanam Charthu
Dashavathara Chandanam Charthu is a revered ritual where sandalwood paste is applied to the idols of the ten avatars of Lord Vishnu, symbolizing his divine manifestations. This ceremony, performed with devotion and accompanied by prayers, highlights the significance of Vishnu's various incarnations. It is celebrated to honor the divine qualities embodied in each of the Dashavatharas.
Contact Address: Thirumani Venkitarpuram Sree Rama Swamy Temple, TV Puram Rd, Vaikom, Kottayam, Kerala 686606
Phone Number: 085898 99559
