Mandala Mahotsavam 2025 | Sree Porkali Bhagavathy Temple Kottayam

The annual Mandala Mahotsavam at Sree Porkali Bhagavathy Temple, Thamarakkad, is celebrated with deep devotion and a rich blend of rituals, music, and cultural traditions.

The festival begins on December 24, 2025, with early-morning pujas such as Ganapathi Homam, Usha Pooja, and Nama Japam, setting a spiritually uplifting tone. The evening rituals include Special Deeparadhana, spiritual discourse, Prasada Oottu, and traditional Kaikottikkali, creating a serene and festive ambiance.

Mandala Mahotsavam 2025 | Sree Porkali Bhagavathy Temple Kottayam

On December 25, 2025, the second day continues with morning pujas and an evening session that features Special Deeparadhana, Prasada Oottu, and vibrant cultural programmes presented by local artists. Mandala Mahotsavam 2025| Sree Porkali Bhagavathy Temple Kottayam Devotees gather in large numbers to offer prayers and experience the divine energy of the temple during these sacred ceremonies. The highlight of the festival occurs on December 26, 2025, marked as the Third Festival Day. The day begins with Palliyunarthal, Nirmalya Darshanam, Malar Nivedyam, and the auspicious Kalashabhishekam, believed to grant special blessings to devotees. The evening includes Niramala, a grand procession from Mankombu Kaavil with Kavadi and Chendamelam, Special Deeparadhana, Athazha Pooja, and the powerful Theyyam Fire Ritual (Agni Pakaral), followed by the divine Theyyam performance.This three-day celebration beautifully blends devotion, tradition, and community participation, offering a spiritually enriching experience for all visitors.

Festival Schedule

December 24, 2025 (1201 Dhanu 9) — Wednesday

Morning
4:30 AM – Temple opening
5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam
6:00 AM – Usha Pooja
6:30 AM – Beginning of Nama Japam
8:30 AM – Uchcha Pooja
    – Completion of Nama Japam
    – Harshadhwani

Evening – First Festival Day
5:00 PM – Temple opening
6:30 PM – Special Deeparadhana
7:00 PM – Spiritual Discourse by Smt. Saritha Iyer, Associate Professor, Ettumanoorappan College
8:00 PM – Prasada Oottu
8:15 PM – Kaikottikkali performance

December 25, 2025 (1201 Dhanu 10) — Thursday

Morning
4:30 AM – Temple opening
5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam
6:30 AM – Usha Pooja

Evening – Second Festival Day
5:00 PM – Temple opening
6:30 PM – Special Deeparadhana
7:30 PM – Prasada Oottu
8:00 PM – Dance and Cultural Performances

December 26, 2025 (1201 Dhanu 11) — Friday

Third Festival Day
Morning Rituals
4:30 AM – Palliyunarthal
5:00 AM – Nirmalya Darshanam
5:30 AM – Flower Offering
7:00 AM – Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam followed by Nadakkal Paravayppu
8:00 AM – Usha Pooja
8:30 AM – Kalasha Pooja, including Navakam and Panchagavyam
9:00 AM – Kalashabhishekam
9:30 AM / 12:00 PM – Maha Prasada Oottu
Evening Rituals & Grand Procession
4:30 PM – Temple Opening
5:30 PM – Grand Procession Starts from Mankombu Kaavil
    • Kottakavadis: Velmuruka Kavadi Sangham, Udayanapuram
    • Chendamelam: Kalalaya Kuthattukulam
After the procession reaches the temple:
6:30 PM – Special Deeparadhana

7:00 PM – Nadakkal Paravayppu & Athazha Pooja
7:30 PM – Theyyam Fire Ritual



Special Significance of Theyyam

Theyyam, the beloved traditional art form of Sri Porkkali Bhagavathy brought from North Malabar, will be performed with complete ritual purity. Devotees are invited to witness this divine art and receive blessings. Offering Theyyam brings long life, good health, prosperity, and fulfillment of desires.

Temple Location

📍 Sree Porkali Bhagavathy Temple, Thamarakadu, Veliyannoor, Kerala 686634

Contact

📞 +91 99613 44775

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Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple Kottayam

Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple is located in the serene village of Iravimangalam near Kaduthuruthy in Kottayam district, Kerala.

Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple is one of the most revered temples dedicated to Lord Surya, the Sun God. This ancient temple holds immense spiritual and cultural significance, as it is believed to be the only temple in Kerala where the main deity is Lord Aditya (Surya) in his full divine form. Adithyapuram is considered the ancestral home of sun worship in Kerala, and many devotees visit the temple seeking blessings for health, prosperity, and mental clarity. Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple Kottayam entrance view The temple’s history is rooted in deep mythology and tradition. It is believed that the idol of Suryadeva was installed by Sage Vashishta, one of the revered Saptarishis, during his travels through the region. The deity is worshipped in a radiant and powerful form, symbolizing energy, positive light, and healing. The temple’s architecture follows the classic Kerala style, with beautifully carved wooden structures, a serene courtyard, and a calm ambience that immediately instills a sense of devotion and peace. One of the unique aspects of Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple is the special set of rituals associated with Surya worship. The temple is particularly known for its Adithya Pooja, believed to bring relief from eye ailments, skin diseases, and various physical difficulties. Many devotees also worship here to gain strength, focus, and vitality, as Surya is considered the source of life and energy.

Festivals like Ratha Saptami, Vishu, and important Sundays during specific Malayalam months attract large crowds, filling the temple with vibrant spiritual energy. The temple surroundings, rich with greenery and traditional Kerala charm, further enhance the divine atmosphere, making it a peaceful retreat for pilgrims and visitors alike. Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple stands not only as a significant place of worship but also as a cultural landmark preserving ancient traditions, making it a must-visit destination in Kottayam for anyone seeking spiritual upliftment and cultural exploration.

Festivals

The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :

Ratha Saptami
Ratha Saptami is the most significant festival at Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple. Celebrated in the Malayalam month of Magha (January–February), this festival honors the Sun God’s divine chariot moving toward the northern hemisphere, symbolizing the beginning of a more prosperous and energetic phase. Special poojas, abhishekam, and deepa aradhana are performed to invoke blessings for health, vitality, and removal of negative energies. Devotees believe that worshipping Lord Surya on this day helps purify the mind and body.

Vishu
Vishu, celebrated in April, marks the Malayalam New Year and is an important festival at the temple. The deity is adorned beautifully, and the Vishukkani arrangement is prepared to symbolize prosperity and good fortune for the coming year. Devotees visit the temple early in the morning to receive the first blessings of the year, believing that seeing Lord Suryadeva at dawn brings success and positive energy.

Makara Sankranti
Makara Sankranti, marking the Sun’s transition into Capricorn, is observed with devotion at the temple. This day signifies a powerful shift in solar energy, making it auspicious for Surya worship. Devotees participate in special rituals that emphasize gratitude for sunlight, harvest, and the life force that sustains the earth.

Contact Address: Adithyapuram Suryadeva Temple, Eravimangalam P.O Muttuchira, Kaduthuruthy, Kottayam, Kerala 686613

Phone Number: 085471 35712

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