As one of the four temples in Kerala forming the Nalambalam set, Koodalmanikyam Temple stands out for its unique practices, such as the absence of deepa aradhana and the exclusion of sticks and camphor in its pujas.
Floral offerings are highly specific, consisting only of lotus, tulasi, and thechi flowers, none of which are grown within the temple grounds, with the lotus garland being a significant offering that must contain at least 101 lotus flowers.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Annual Festival
The Koodalmanikyam Temple's chief annual festival is celebrated for ten days each year in the month of Medam. The festival begins with the hoisting of a ceremonial flag, marked by the appearance of the Uthram asterism, typically falling one day after the famous Thrissur Pooram festival. Each day of the festival features a seeveli, a grand procession of seventeen caparisoned temple elephants, held twice daily accompanied by the traditional panchari melam, a form of sacred music.
Ramayana Maasa Acharanam
During the Ramayana Maasa Acharanam at Koodalmanikyam Temple, held in the month of Karkkidakam (July/August), devotees engage in daily readings of the Ramayana, fostering a deep spiritual connection with Lord Rama's story. Special poojas and rituals are performed throughout this period to invoke blessings and prosperity.
Contact Address: Koodalmanikyam Temple, Thrissur District, Irinjalakuda, Kerala 680121
