The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Subramanya Swami, who is revered as the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Lord Subramanya is often depicted with multiple heads, riding a peacock, and holding a spear or vel.
Lord Subramanya is believed to be a divine protector and a symbol of purity and righteousness.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Kavadi Maholsavam
Kavadi Maholsavam at Koodapuzha Sree Subramanya Swami Temple in Chalakudy, Thrissur, devotees undertake the ritual of carrying kavadis, elaborate structures adorned with offerings, on their shoulders as a form of penance and devotion to Lord Subramanya. The temple resonates with the rhythmic beats of drums and the chanting of hymns as devotees embark on their sacred procession, seeking blessings and expressing their gratitude to the deity.
Neyvilakku Samarppanam
Neyvilakku Samarppanam, or offering of oil lamps, is a sacred ritual performed at temples like Koodapuzha Sree Subramanya Swami Temple in Chalakudy, Thrissur, where devotees seek to fulfill their desires and seek blessings from the deity. Lighting the oil lamps symbolizes the dispelling of darkness and ignorance, while offering prayers and performing this ritual with devotion is believed to invoke the divine blessings of Lord Subramanya for the fulfillment of desires and wishes.
Contact Address: Koodapuzha Sree Subramanya Swami Temple, Chalakudy, Thrissur, Kerala 680307
