Lord Shiva, worshipped here in his rare Rudhra form, is the presiding deity of the temple. The idol, located in the main sanctum sanctorum and facing west, holds immense spiritual importance.
This temple holds special significance as one of the 108 Shiva Temples of Kerala, attracting worshippers seeking blessings and spiritual solace from the divine.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Shivaratri Mahotsavam
The Shivaratri Mahotsavam celebrated at Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple is a grand festival marked by various rituals and ceremonies. Devotees partake in the prasadam oottu, where sacred food offerings are distributed among the worshippers. The festivities also include the Kalasha pooja, a ritual to invoke divine blessings, and the mesmerizing thayampaka, a traditional percussion ensemble performance that adds to the spiritual ambiance of the celebration.
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika, celebrated during the Malayalam month of Vrishchikam, is a vibrant festival where devotees adorn their homes and surroundings with traditional oil lamps, known as Thrikkarthika Vilakku. It is a time for prayers, rituals, and family gatherings, fostering a sense of spiritual connection and communal harmony.
Contact Address: Kanjilassery Maha Siva Temple, Pookkad, Chemancheri, Kasaragod, Kerala 673304
Phone Number : 2488997
