Makara Pongal Mahotsavam 2026 | Maheswaram Sri Shiva Parvathy Temple Trivandrum

മകര പൊങ്കൽ മഹോത്സവം 2026 മഹേശ്വരം ശ്രീ ശിവ പാർവ്വതി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Makara Pongal Mahotsavam2026 Maheswaram Sri Shiva Parvathy Temple Trivandrum

Makara Pongal is one of the most important and auspicious festivals celebrated in South India particularly in Kerala and Tamil Nadu marking the harvest season and offering gratitude to the Sun God. At Maheswaram Sri Shiva Parvathy Temple in Trivandrum, the festival takes on a unique spiritual significance, blending devotion, tradition and community participation. Devotees from across the region gather at the temple to take part in the sacred Pongala offering a ritual where women prepare a special sweet rice dish as an offering to the deity, Lord Shiva Parvathy.

The festivities begin early in the morning with the lighting of the sacred fire a ritual that signifies the beginning of the divine celebrations. Following this, the temple organizes the neivedyam the ceremonial offering of food which is prepared and presented with utmost devotion. The atmosphere in and around the temple is filled with spiritual energy, vibrant decorations, traditional music and chants, creating a deeply immersive experience for devotees. Makara Pongal at Maheswaram Sri Shiva-Parvathy Temple is not only a time for ritualistic worship but also a cultural gathering that fosters community bonding. Families and devotees participate together creating a sense of unity and devotion. Special arrangements are made to accommodate the large number of devotees who come to offer Pongala and seek blessings for health, prosperity and happiness.

EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Pandara Aduppu
• Preparation for Pongala
• Pongala Offering Ceremony
• Neivedyam

Temple Location

📍 Maheswaram Sri Shiva Parvathy Temple, Chenkal, Kerala 695132.

Accessibility

🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Chenkal / Maheswaram – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Chenkal Bus Stop – 1.5 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Neyyattinkara Railway Station – 12 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 28 km