The main deity of the temple is Lord Ayyappa, also known as Dharma Sastha, who is worshipped with great reverence and devotion by devotees. Lord Ayyappa is revered as the son of Lord Shiva and Mohini, and he is widely worshipped as the deity of unity, righteousness, and protection.
The Thamarakulam Ayyappan Temple holds significant importance for devotees who seek blessings for protection, prosperity, and spiritual well-being from Lord Ayyappa.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Ayyappan Vilakku Maholsavam
The Ayyappan Vilakku Maholsavam, celebrated at the Thamarakulam Ayyappan Temple in Vadakkanthara, Palakkad, is a grand festival dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. Devotees gather to participate in the lighting of traditional lamps (vilakku), offering prayers, and partaking in various rituals, fostering a sense of devotion and spiritual connection among worshippers.
Anayoottu
The Anayoottu, held during the month of Karkidakom (Ramayana Maasam), at the Thamarakulam Ayyappan Temple in Vadakkanthara, Palakkad, is a sacred ritual involving the feeding of elephants. This auspicious event, which includes the performance of Ganapathi Homam, attracts devotees who seek blessings for prosperity, protection, and spiritual well-being, fostering a sense of reverence and devotion towards the divine.
Contact Address: Thamarakulam Ayyappan Temple, Vadakkanthara, Palakkad, Kerala
