The main deity of Pulickachira Sree Mahavishnu Temple is Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped in the form of Mahavishnu. Lord Vishnu is one of the principal deities in Hinduism, known as the preserver of the universe.
Pulickachira Sree Mahavishnu Temple celebrates various festivals and special occasions throughout the year. These festivals often include Vishu, Onam, and other important days dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Vavu Bali Tharpanam
During Vavu Bali, which typically falls on Amavasya (New Moon day), people offer oblations to their departed ancestors to seek their blessings and liberation. This ritual usually involves offering rice balls (Pindams) mixed with sesame seeds, water, and darbha grass to crows, as it's believed that crows carry these offerings to the spirits of the deceased.
Bhagavata Sapthaha Yajnyam
Bhagavata Sapthaha Yajnyam, a sacred event dedicated to the recitation of the Srimad Bhagavatam, is observed at Pulickachira Sree Mahavishnu Temple in Pothencode, Thiruvananthapuram. Devotees gather for seven consecutive days to listen to the recitation of the ancient scripture, which narrates the divine stories of Lord Krishna and imparts spiritual wisdom.
Contact Address: Pulickachira Sree Mahavishnu temple, Nethajipuram, Pothencode
phone : 85747852386
