The primary deity of the Chemmaruthamkad Sreekandan Sastha Temple is Lord Ayyappa, also known as Sreekandan Sastha. Lord Ayyappa, revered for his powers of protection and healing, is worshipped here in his divine and serene form.
The temple also conducts regular poojas and special ceremonies during auspicious days and festivals, providing a spiritually enriching experience for the devotees.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Pongala
Devotees make Pongala offerings to the serpent gods, preparing a sweet dish from rice, jaggery, and coconut in earthen pots. Special poojas, such as Sarpa Pooja and Ayilya Pooja, are conducted to invoke the blessings of the serpent gods and to remove any serpent-related afflictions. These rituals, which include offerings like Sarpa Bali and Milk Abhishekam, are performed with great devotion to ensure protection, prosperity, and well-being for the devotees.
Azhipooja
Azhipooja, also known as the Aazhi pooja, is a significant ritual observed at several temples in Kerala, including the Chemmaruthamkad Sreekandan Sastha Temple in Dhanuvachapuram, Trivandrum. This ritual involves the offering of a ceremonial lamp (azhi) to the deity, accompanied by the chanting of prayers and hymns. The azhipooja is typically performed during the evening hours and is considered a sacred act of devotion, symbolizing the offering of light and purity to the divine.
Contact Address: Chemmaruthamkad Sreekandan Sastha Temple, Dhanuvachapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Phone Number :3237577
