The presiding deity at Thrukothamangalam Sree Mahadeva Temple in Puthuppally, Kottayam, is Lord Shiva, worshipped in the form of Sree Mahadeva. Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek blessings from Lord Shiva for various aspects of life, including prosperity, well-being, and spiritual fulfillment.
The temple also hosts various festivals and special ceremonies throughout the year, attracting devotees and pilgrims who seek solace and divine grace in the sacred precincts of Thrukothamangalam Sree Mahadeva Temple.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiru Ulsavam
Thiru Ulsavam, or the annual festival, is a significant celebration held at many temples across Kerala, including Thrukothamangalam Sree Mahadeva Temple in Puthuppally, Kottayam. This festival typically occurs during the Malayalam month of Medam (April-May). During Thiru Ulsavam, devotees gather to honor the presiding deity through various rituals, ceremonies, and festivities.
Pallivetta
Pallivetta is indeed a significant ritual observed in certain temples, where devotees follow the deity as it is taken in a colorful procession from the temple to another location outside the temple precincts.Pallivetta may involve symbolic acts that represent the triumph of good over evil or the deity's victory over obstacles. This could include rituals like the shooting of a tender coconut using a bow and arrow, which symbolizes various aspects of mythology or spiritual significance.
Contact Address: Thrukothamangalam Sree Mahadeva Temple, Puthuppally , Kottayam, Kerala
Phone Number: 094477 63757
