മലപ്പുറം പൊരൂർ ശിവ ക്ഷേത്രത്തിലെ വാർഷിക എട്ടുദിവസം നീണ്ടുനിൽക്കുന്ന ഉത്സവം കുംഭം മാസത്തിൽ നടത്തപ്പെടുന്നു; കൊടിയേറ്റം, ആറാട്ട്, പരമ്പരാഗത കലാരൂപങ്ങൾ, അന്നദാനം എന്നിവയോടൊപ്പം സമൂഹത്തിന്റെ സജീവ പങ്കാളിത്തത്തോടെയാണ് ഈ ഉത്സവം ആഘോഷിക്കുന്നത്.
ക്ഷേത്ര ഉത്സവം പൊരൂർ ശിവ ക്ഷേത്രം മലപ്പുറം | Temple Festival Porur Siva Temple Malappuram
The Porur Siva Temple in Malappuram is renowned for its vibrant annual festival, which spans eight days during the Malayalam month of Kumbham. This festival holds immense religious and cultural significance for the local community and devotees who visit from neighboring areas. It is a period when the temple comes alive with spiritual fervor, traditional rituals and artistic performances that reflect Kerala's rich heritage.
The festival begins with Kodiyettam, the ceremonial flag hoisting, marking the official commencement of the celebrations. This event is accompanied by temple rituals, chants and offerings, drawing a large number of devotees who gather to witness the auspicious start. Throughout the festival, the temple premises are decorated elaborately creating a festive atmosphere that combines devotion with cultural exuberance.
One of the highlights of the Porur Siva Temple festival is the Aarattu the holy bath ritual performed on the final day. This sacred ceremony involves immersing the deity in water, symbolizing purification and divine blessings for the devotees. The festival also features a variety of traditional art forms including Thayampaka and Kathakali which are performed in the temple courtyard. These performances not only entertain but also preserve the age old cultural traditions of Kerala providing devotees and visitors with an immersive experience of the region’s classical arts.
The festival is organized by the Porur Shiva-Vishnu Kshetra Samithi with active participation and contributions from the local community. Over the years, the dedication of the Samithi and the support of devotees have helped maintain the grandeur of the celebrations. A unique aspect of the festival is the offering of Annadanam, where hundreds of devotees and visitors are provided with free meals daily. This act of charity embodies the spirit of the festival and strengthens the sense of community and devotion among the attendees.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Kodiyettam
• Daily Poojas and Abhishekams
• Thayampaka
• Kathakali
• Aarattu
Temple Location
📍 Porur Siva Temple, Porur Devaswom, Porur PO, Vaniambalam Via, Malappuram, Kerala, 679339.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Porur Village, near Perinthalmanna–Wandoor Road, Malappuram
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Perinthalmanna Bus Stand - 25 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Vaniyambalam Railway Station - 8 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Calicut International Airport - 30 Km
