The main deity is Lord Ayyappa, also known as Dharmasastha and Manikandan, the Hindu deity of truth and righteousness.
This temple is a significant place of worship, attracting devotees who seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa for moral strength and spiritual guidance.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Painkuni Uthra Maholsavam
The Painkuni Uthra Maholsavam is celebrated in the Meenam month at Sree Arangal Kandan Sastha Temple in Kalliyoor, Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a series of elaborate rituals and ceremonies. Key highlights include Abhishekam, Nagaroottu, Deeparadhana, Annadanam, Bhagavathy Seva, and Kalasham. This festival attracts numerous devotees who participate in these sacred activities, seeking divine blessings and spiritual fulfillment.
Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnyam
The Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnyam is a significant spiritual event held at Sree Arangal Kandan Sastha Temple in Kalliyoor, Thiruvananthapuram. This week-long event involves the recitation and explanation of the Bhagavata Purana, a revered Hindu scripture, conducted by learned scholars and priests. The yajnyam is aimed at promoting devotion, spiritual knowledge, and communal harmony, drawing devotees who participate in the readings, discussions, and associated rituals to gain spiritual insights and divine blessings.
Contact Address: Sree Arangal Kandan Sastha Temple, Nemom Punnamoodu Rd, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695523
