The temple holds significant religious importance for devotees of Kavilthampuran, who is considered a deity of protection, prosperity, and well-being.
Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings from Lord Shiva and offer prayers for various aspects of their lives, including health, prosperity, and spiritual well-being.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruvathira
Thiruvathira is a traditional festival celebrated in Kerala, particularly by women, to honor Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It falls on the asterism Thiruvathira in the Malayalam month of Dhanu (December-January). Women typically observe fasting and perform rituals such as Thiruvathira Kali, a graceful dance, and offer prayers for marital harmony and well-being.
Vishu
Vishu is the Malayalam New Year celebrated in Kerala, usually in mid-April. It marks the beginning of the Malayalam calendar year and is observed with various rituals, including Vishukkani, where auspicious items are arranged and viewed first thing in the morning, symbolizing prosperity and abundance for the year ahead.
Contact Address: Chirakonam Kavilthampuran Temple, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
