The main deity of the temple is Lord Sankaranarayanan, a combined form of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. This unique form symbolizes the harmony between Shaivism and Vaishnavism, two major sects of Hinduism.
: The temple celebrates various festivals throughout the year, including Mahashivratri, Vishu, Onam, and Thiruvonam.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Shivaratri Maholsavam
Shivaratri Maholsavam at the Sankaranarayana Swami Temple in Thottackad, Kottayam, is a grand celebration marked by the magnificent Pushpalankaram Vilakku ceremony. During this auspicious occasion, devotees offer floral tributes and light traditional lamps, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of devotion and illumination. The atmosphere is filled with spiritual fervor as worshippers gather to honor Lord Shiva and seek his blessings for prosperity and well-being.
Karkkidaka Vavubali
Karkkidaka Vavubali is a sacred ritual observed in Kerala during the month of Karkkidakam. Families gather by riverbanks to offer prayers and make symbolic offerings to their ancestors, seeking their blessings and spiritual upliftment. This tradition reflects the deep reverence for ancestral lineage and spiritual practices in Kerala's cultural fabric.
Contact Address: Thottackad SankaranarayanaSwami Temple, Thottackad, Kottayam, Kerala
