The temple is dedicated to Lord Subramanya Swami, also known as Murugan or Kartikeya, who is worshipped as the principal deity. Lord Subramanya is depicted as a divine warrior riding a peacock, symbolizing courage and victory over evil forces.
The temple is also dedicated to Navagraheshwara, the collective term for the nine celestial bodies or grahas in Hindu astrology. Each graha represents a specific planet and is worshipped for its influence on an individual's life.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navagraha Puja
The Navagraha Puja is conducted to mitigate these doshas and seek the blessings of the grahas for harmony, prosperity, and overall well-being.Navagraha Puja is a sacred ritual performed to appease the nine celestial bodies or grahas in Hindu astrology.
Maha Hidumbeswara Puja
Maha Hidumbeswara Puja is a rare and sacred ritual performed in select temples dedicated to Lord Hidumbeswara. This puja is conducted to invoke the blessings of Lord Hidumbeswara for protection, prosperity, and overall well-being.
Devotees believe that by performing this puja with sincerity and devotion, they can seek divine intervention in their lives and overcome obstacles and challenges.
Contact Address: Chandhanakunnu Sree Subramanya Swami Navagraheshwara Temple, Chandannakunnu, Kodassery, Kerala 680721
