The Sri Arukalickal Mahadeva Temple, located in Adoor, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India, is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Hindu deity known as Mahadeva, or the Great God.
The temple is situated amidst serene surroundings, offering a peaceful atmosphere for worship and reflection. Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings from Lord Shiva, who is revered as the supreme destroyer and transformer in Hindu mythology.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri Ulsavam, the grand festival commemorating Lord Shiva, is celebrated annually with fervor and devotion. Observed on the night of the new moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna or Maagha, typically falling in February or March, devotees engage in fasting, prayer, and vigil to honor the divine. Temples are adorned with lights and flowers as priests conduct sacred rituals throughout the day and night.
Pathamudayam
Pathamudayam is a festival celebrated on the 10th day of the Malayalam month of Medam, typically in April-May. It marks the conclusion of the annual temple festivities in Kerala, where devotees gather to express gratitude for past blessings and seek divine favor for the future. The day is observed with special rituals, prayers, and cultural programs, uniting devotees in a spirit of community and celebration as they bid farewell to another year of religious observance and look ahead with hope and faith.
Contact Address: Sri Arukalickal Mahadeva Temple, Kayamkulam - Pathanapuram Rd, Parakode, Kerala 691554
Phone Number :95440 51093
