തിരുവനന്തപുരം എലംകുളം ശ്രീ മഹാദേവ ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ നവരാത്രി ദേവി ദുർഗയെയും ശ്രീ മഹാദേവനെയും മാനിക്കുന്ന ഭക്തിപൂർണ്ണമായ ഒമ്പത് ദിവസങ്ങളിലുളള ആഘോഷങ്ങളും പരമ്പരാഗത ചടങ്ങുകളും സാംസ്കാരിക ഫലപ്രദമായ ചടങ്ങുകളും നിറഞ്ഞൊരു ഉത്സവമാണ്.
നവർാത്രി എലംകുളം ശ്രീ മഹാദേവ ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Navarathri Elamkulam Sree Mahadeva Temple Trivandrum
Navarathri, one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar is celebrated with great fervor at Elamkulam Sree Mahadeva Temple in Trivandrum. Spanning nine days, this festival is a harmonious blend of devotion, ritualistic worship and cultural traditions. The temple, known for its serene ambience and historical significance, becomes the focal point of spiritual energy as devotees gather in large numbers to offer their prayers and seek blessings.
During this period, the temple is beautifully decorated with traditional lamps, flowers, and colorful rangolis creating an atmosphere of festivity and reverence. Each day of Navarathri is dedicated to different forms of the Goddess and special poojas and homams are conducted to honor divine energies. Priests perform elaborate ceremonies with chanting of Vedic mantras, invoking prosperity, health and protection for the devotees.
A unique feature of the celebrations at Elamkulam Sree Mahadeva Temple is the combination of Shaiva and Shakti traditions reflecting the temple’s dedication to Lord Shiva while embracing the worship of Goddess Durga. Devotees participate in bhajans and classical music performances which add a cultural dimension to the religious observances. In the evenings, the temple premises resonate with devotional music and chants creating a spiritually uplifting experience for all visitors.
The festival also encourages community participation with locals contributing to decorations, food offerings and organizing cultural programs. Traditional Kerala art forms such as dance and instrumental music are showcased making Navarathri not only a religious but also a cultural celebration. Visitors often take part in special prasadam distributions where sanctified food is shared among devotees reinforcing the sense of unity and devotion.
Navarathri at Elamkulam Sree Mahadeva Temple is a perfect blend of faith, tradition and community spirit. It offers devotees a profound spiritual experience an opportunity to engage in cultural activities, and a chance to immerse themselves in the sacred traditions of Kerala making it a cherished annual celebration in Trivandrum.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Navarathri Poojas
• Homams
• Special Abhishekam
• Alankaram
• Kumari Puja
• Vedic chanting and recitations
• Evening Aarti and lighting of lamps
Temple Location
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Elamkulam Sree Mahadeva Temple, Gowari Nagar, Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695017.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Sreekaryam Junction – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Sreekaryam Bus Stop – 0.3 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Stations: Kochuveli Railway Station – 3 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 7 Km
Contact
📞 093494 37490
