The temple is dedicated to Lord Muruga, depicted here in his Bala or child form, known as Bala Subramanya Swamy. This youthful form of Lord Muruga is believed to symbolize purity, innocence, and divine energy.
The temple attracts a large number of devotees, especially on significant days such as Sashti fasting day, Fridays, Skanda Sashti, and during Thrikarthika.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thaipooyam Festival
The Thaipooyam festival, celebrated in the Makaram month at the Nambiarkunnu Sree Bala Subramanya Swamy Temple, is the most renowned festival in the region. This vibrant festival is famous for its colorful Kavadis, which are decorated structures carried by devotees as offerings to Lord Muruga. Accompanied by traditional temple music such as chenda melam and nadaswaram, the festival creates a lively and spiritual atmosphere. The celebrations culminate in a grand procession featuring various types of Kavadis and tableaux, attracting large crowds of devotees and spectators who come to witness and participate in the festivities.
Thrikarthika
At the Nambiarkunnu Sree Bala Subramanya Swamy Temple, Thrikarthika is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm. The temple is adorned with lamps, and special poojas are performed to honor Lord Muruga, attracting many devotees who seek his blessings.
Contact Address: Nambiarkunnu Sree Bala Subramanya Swamy Temple,Nambiarkunnu, Wayanad, Kerala
