The primary deity worshipped at the Ayyankuzhi Sree Dharma Sastha Temple is Lord Dharma Sastha, who is also known as Ayyappa. He is venerated for his virtues of righteousness, protection, and guidance. Devotees seek his blessings for leading a life of virtue and moral integrity.
Regular poojas, special ceremonies, and annual festivals are conducted at the temple, attracting devotees from various regions who come to seek the blessings of Lord Dharma Sastha for prosperity, health, and spiritual well-being.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Makara Vilakku Maholsavam
Makara Vilakku Maholsavam at Ayyankuzhi Sree Dharma Sastha Temple in Dhanvachapuram, Trivandrum, is a grand festival celebrated with fervor and devotion. Key events include the Makara Pongala, where devotees prepare and offer a sweet dish to the deity, and the Ashta Bandha Kalasham Abhishekam, a sacred ritual involving the anointing of the deity with holy water. The festival brings together devotees in large numbers, creating a spiritually charged atmosphere filled with rituals, prayers, and communal harmony.
Vishu
Vishu at the Ayyankuzhi Sree Dharma Sastha Temple in Dhanvachapuram, Trivandrum, the temple premises are beautifully decorated to mark the festive occasion. The celebrations begin with Vishukkani, an arrangement of auspicious items that devotees view first thing in the morning to bring good luck and prosperity for the year. Additionally, the temple conducts the ritual of Vishu Kaineettam, where elders give money and blessings to younger family members, symbolizing the sharing of prosperity and goodwill.
Contact Address: Ayyankuzhi Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, Mekkolla, Dhanvachapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695503
