The Kulasekharam Sankaranarayana Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is dedicated to the combined form of Shiva and Vishnu and is situated along the banks of the Karamana River at Thampuran Lane, Kulasekharam.
This revered temple is renowned for conducting Karkidaka Vavu Bali and Pitru Tarpanam rituals during the Karkidakam month to honor deceased ancestors. With its distinctive architecture featuring a vatta sreekovil and nalambalam, the temple stands as a sacred site for devotees seeking spiritual solace and ancestral reverence.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Karkidaka Vavu Bali
Karkidaka Vavu Bali and Pitru Tarpanam are sacred rituals observed in the Karkidakam month in Kerala, particularly at temples like the Kulasekharam Sankaranarayana Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. These rituals are dedicated to honoring and appeasing the spirits of deceased ancestors, seeking their blessings and liberation. Devotees perform Vavu Bali by offering special prayers, food, and water to their ancestors, while Pitru Tarpanam involves the offering of water and prayers for the peace and salvation of departed souls
Sivarathri Maholsavam
The Sivarathri Maholsavam at the Kulasekharam Sankaranarayana Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is a revered festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. During this auspicious occasion, devotees gather to offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Special ceremonies such as Abhishekam, Rudrabhishekam, and Shiva Puja are conducted with great devotion.
Contact Address: Kulasekharam Sankaranarayana Temple, Thampuran Ln, Kulasekharam, Kerala 695013
