The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, revered as Lord Umamaheswara, a form that symbolizes the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Oderippoyil Umamaheswara Temple is a sacred site where devotees gather to offer prayers and participate in rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Prathishta Dina Maholsavam
Prathishta Dina Maholsavam at Oderippoyil Umamaheswara Temple in Thottilpalam, Kozhikode, includes the Kalavara Nirakkal ritual, where the temple granary is filled as a symbol of abundance. The celebrations also feature Sahasra Deepa Samarppanam, where a thousand lamps are lit, creating a mesmerizing and spiritually enriching atmosphere for the devotees.
Navaratri Maholsavam
Navaratri Maholsavam at Oderippoyil Umamaheswara Temple in Thottilpalam, Kozhikode, is celebrated with great fervor and devotion. The festival includes Grandha Pooja, where sacred texts are worshipped, and Ayudha Pooja, the reverence of tools and instruments, symbolizing the divine blessing of all forms of work. Vidyarambham, the initiation of young children into the world of letters, is also performed, marking an auspicious start to their educational journey.
Contact Address: Oderippoyil Umamaheswara Temple, Thottilpalam, Kozhikode, Kerala 673513
Phone Number: 095441 75356
