This temple is a sacred site revered for its dual deities, Lord Ganapathy and Bhagavathy. Lord Ganapathy, worshipped here as the remover of obstacles and bestower of prosperity, symbolizes protection and guidance for devotees navigating life's challenges.
Bhagavathy, representing the feminine divine energy of Shakti, embodies strength, nurturing, and the cosmic creative force.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thalapoli Maholsavam
The Thalapoli Maholsavam at Maniyur Sree Ganapathy Bhagavathy Temple in Vadakara, Kozhikode, during the Malayalam month of Meenam, features a grand procession known as Thalapoli Ezhunnallath, where women carry lamps on plates adorned with flowers and offerings. The festivities also include Kalavara Nirakkal, Kodiyettam, Annadanam, and Prasadam Oottu, creating a vibrant and spiritually enriching atmosphere for devotees.
Laksham Deepa Samarpanam
Laksham Deepa Samarpanam at Maniyur Sree Ganapathy Bhagavathy Temple involves the offering and lighting of thousands of lamps on the temple premises, symbolizing the devotees' dedication and devotion to the divine. This ritual is performed with great reverence, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual illumination and collective worship.
Contact Address: Maniyur Sree Ganapathy Bhagavathy Temple, Maniyur, Kozhikode, Kerala 673523