The main deity is Lord Shiva, also known as Ponmeri Siva or Thiyyannur Appan. Ponmeri Shiva Temple is renowned for its unique subtemple dedicated to Lord Brahma, who is rarely worshipped in temples. The temple is notable for the presence of the Trimurti Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva within its complex.
Besides Lord Shiva, the temple houses deities such as Vishnu, Brahma, Ganapati, Bhagavathi, Shankaranarayana, Adithya, Boothathevar, Ayyappa, Murugan, and Krishna. This diverse representation of deities makes Ponmeri Shiva Temple a significant spiritual center in the region.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navagraha Homam
Navagraha Homam, a powerful ritual devoted to the nine planets of the solar system, is conducted at Ponmeri Shiva Temple in Vatakara, Kozhikode. This homam is performed to appease the nine planetary deities, who are believed to influence various aspects of a person's life, including happiness and misfortunes. The ritual aims to mitigate the adverse effects of the planets and enhance their favorable influences, promoting overall well-being and harmony for the devotees participating in the ceremony.
Maha Mrityunjaya Homam
The Maha Mrityunjaya Homam at Ponmeri Shiva Temple is a profound ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva, aimed at warding off life-threatening situations such as accidents and ensuring longevity. This sacred homam is performed to seek Lord Shiva's protection from untimely death, invoking his blessings for health, safety, and long life. Devotees participate in this powerful ceremony to secure divine intervention and safeguard against potential dangers and mishaps.
Contact Address: Ponmeri Shiva Temple, Vatakara Villiappally Road, Opp Sub Registrar Office, Kozhikode, Kerala 673106
Phone Number: 0496 253 4600
