Vellarappally near Kalady, the Thiruvairanikkulam Mahadeva Temple is one of the most famous Shiva-Parvathy shrines of South India. A religious centre is Kalady – the birthplace of the great Hindu philosopher Adi Shankara. One fact that makes this temple distinctly different from another is that the deities depicted here are Shiva and Parvathy and they face in different directions. Something more special about this temple is that the shrine of Goddess Parvathy is open only for twelve days in a year.
The main deity Lord Shiva is towards the east side and Goddess Parvathy on the west side. The believers also firmly think that the Lord Shiva and goddess Parvathy grace the couples and makes their married life happier and wealthy. The idol of Lord Nandikeshwara is external to the sanctum of the temple and is placed in front while Lord Vigneshwara is placed south to the sanctum facing east.
Inside the temple the protector goddess Sathidevi and goddess Kali are placed in the Mithunam Rasi and facing west. Lord Dharmasastha also called Kaliyugavaradan graces in Kanni Rasi and the four armed Vishnu in Kumbham Rasi, for south facing. Thiruvairanikkulam Mahadeva Temple only establishes itself as a temple but it is the religious sanctuary where people visit to seek and obtain blessings from Lord.
What are the Special Sevas of the Thiruvairanikulam Temple
Mahadevan [മഹാദേവന്‍]
| Item Name (English) | Item Name (Malayalam) | Price | Description (10 words) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pushpanjali | പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹15.00 | Offering of flowers to Lord Shiva in reverence. |
| Mruthunjaya Pushpanjali | മൃത്യുഞ്ജയ പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Special flower offering for victory over death. |
| Swayamvara Pushpanjali | സ്വയംവര പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering for finding a life partner. |
| Bhagyasooktham Pushpanjali | ഭാഗ്യസൂക്തം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering for good fortune and blessings. |
| Aykamathya Pushpanjali | ഏകമാത്യ പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering symbolizing unity and harmony. |
| Aayursooktham Pushpanjali | ആയുസ്സൂക്തം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering for long life and health. |
| Purushaasooktham Pushpanjali | പുരുഷാസൂക്തം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering for strength and vitality. |
| Akhoramanthran Pushpanjali | അഖോറാമന്ത്രം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering with powerful sacred chants. |
| Thrayambaka sooktharchana | ത്രയാംബക സൂക്താർച്ചന | ₹30.00 | Chanting of Lord Shiva’s three-eyed hymn. |
| Rudrasooktham Pushpanjali | രുദ്രസൂക്തം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering with Rudra hymn chanting. |
| Vilyamanthram Pushpanjali | വില്യാമന്ത്രം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering with specific magical chants. |
| Samvaadaasooktham Pushpanjali | സംവാദസൂക്തം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering with communicative hymns. |
| Dhakshinaamothi Manthraarchana | ദക്ഷിണാമൂതി മന്ത്രാർച്ചന | ₹30.00 | Sacred chanting offering to southern deity. |
| Shreesooktham Pushpanjali | ശ്രീസൂക്തം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering with prosperity hymn chanting. |
| Sakthimanjaksham Pushpanjali | ശക്തിമഞ്ജക്ഷം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering invoking divine power. |
| Dhuritharaha Mantraarchana | ദുരിതഹര മന്ത്രാർച്ചന | ₹30.00 | Chanting to remove troubles and obstacles. |
| Ashwaroordam Pushpanjali | അശ്വാരോധം പൂജപ്പഞ്ജലി | ₹30.00 | Flower offering symbolizing healing and peace. |
| Dhaara | ധാര | ₹25.00 | Continuous sacred water pouring ritual. |
| Shreerudram Dhaara | ശ്രീറുദ്രം ധാര | ₹250.00 | Sacred Rudra chanting with water pouring ritual. |
| 101 Kudam Dhaara | 101 കുടം ധാര | ₹250.00 | Water pouring ritual with 101 pots of water. |
| 1000 Kudam Dhaara | 1000 കുടം ധാര | ₹2000.00 | Grand water pouring ritual with 1000 pots. |
| Shankaabhishekam | ശങ്കാഭിഷേകം | ₹25.00 | Sacred conch shell abhishekam ritual. |
| Kalabhaabhishekam | കലാഭാഭിഷേകം | ₹20000.00 | Ritualistic pot abhishekam offering to deity. |
| Ashtaabhishekam | അഷ്ടാഭിഷേകം | ₹3000.00 | Eight different abhishekam offerings. |
| Karuka Honam | കരുക ഹോനം | ₹75.00 | Fire ritual for purification and blessings. |
| Mruthunjaya Homam | മൃത്യുഞ്ജയ ഹോമം | ₹900.00 | Fire ritual for victory over death and illness. |
| Ksheera Dhaara | ക്ഷീര ധാര | ₹75.00 | Pouring of milk as sacred offering. |
| Neyybhishekam 1Kg | നെയ്യഭിഷേകം 1കി.ഗ്രാം | ₹750.00 | Ghee abhishekam using 1 kg clarified butter. |
| Enna Abhishekam 1Kg | എണ്ണ അഭിഷേകം 1കി.ഗ്രാം | ₹350.00 | Oil abhishekam using 1 kg oil offering. |
| Maha Mruthunjaya Homam | മഹാ മൃത്‌യുഞ്ജയഹോമം | ₹6500.00 | Great fire ritual for supreme protection. |
| Pradosha Pooja | പ്രദോഷ പൂജ | ₹100.00 | Special evening worship on Pradosha day. |
| Thalika Nivedyam | തലിക നിവേദ്യം | ₹150.00 | Food offering to deity presented on a plate. |
| Koovala Maala | കോവള മാല | ₹20.00 | Garland made from sacred leaves for offering. |
| Ellupara | എള്ളുപറ | ₹100.00 | Sesame seed offering during worship. |
| Neyvu | നെയ്യ് | ₹20.00 | Clarified butter used in rituals and offerings. |
| Pinvilakku | പിന്വിലക്ക് | ₹20.00 | Sacred lamp lit during prayers. |
| Sandaanaagopala Manthraarchana | സന്താനാഗോപാല മന്ത്രാർച്ചന | ₹30.00 | Chanting for blessings of children and family. |
| Mahamrithinjaya Homam | മഹാമൃത്യുഞ്ജയ ഹോമം | ₹6500.00 | Powerful fire ritual for healing and longevity. |
| Mrithinjaya Homam | മൃത്യുഞ്ജയ ഹോമം | ₹900.00 | Fire ritual for overcoming death and diseases. |
| Udayasthamaya Pooja | ഉദയസ്തമയ പൂജ | ₹160000.00 | Day-long worship from dawn to dusk. |
| Sarvaroghashamana Manthraarchana | സർവരോഗശമന മന്ത്രാർച്ചന | ₹250.00 | Chanting to cure all kinds of diseases. |
| Janma Nakshathra Pooja | ജന്മ നക്ഷത്ര പൂജ | ₹500.00 | Worship based on birth star for personal blessings. |
| Sampoorna Neyy Vilakku (normal days) | സമ്പൂർണ്ണ നെയ്യ് വിളക്ക് (സാധാരണ ദിവസം) | ₹500.00 | Full ghee lamp lighting on normal days. |
Vazhipadu (Offerings)
| Vazhipadu Name (Malayalam) | Vazhipadu Name (English) | Price (₹) | Description |
| Pushpanjali പുഷ്പാഞ്ജലി | Pushpanjali | 15.00 | Offering of flowers to the deity as a form of worship and reverence, often seeking blessings for well-being and peace. |
| Thalikkanivedyam തളികനിവേദ്യം | Thalikkanivedyam | 120.00 | A significant offering of specially prepared food items to the deity, symbolizing devotion and seeking nourishment, health, and prosperity. |
| Swayamvara Pushpanjali സ്വയംവര പുഷ്പാഞ്ജലി | Swayamvara Pushpanjali | 30.00 | A flower offering specifically performed with the intention of finding a suitable life partner and ensuring a happy and harmonious married life. |
| Shatrusamhara Pushpanjali ശത്രുസംഹാര പുഷ്പാഞ്ജലി | Shatrusamhara Pushpanjali | 40.00 | A Pushpanjali offered to invoke protection from enemies and obstacles, seeking courage, strength, and ultimate victory over adversaries. |
| Asilyam Pooja (aasilyam nali) ആയില്യം പൂജ (ആയില്യം നാള്) | Asilyam Pooja (Asilyam day) | 100.00 | A special Pooja dedicated to the serpent deities (Nagas) performed on the ‘Asilyam’ nakshatra (star day) to mitigate negative influences, bring prosperity, and bless devotees with children and family welfare. |
| Sarpathinu Noorum Paalum (aasilyam nali) സർപ്പത്തിന് നൂറും പാലും (ആയില്യം നാള്) | Noorum Palum for Serpent (Asilyam day) | 75.00 | An offering of ‘Noorum Palum’ (a mixture of rice flour and milk) made to the serpent deities on ‘Asilyam’ day to appease them, seek relief from afflictions, and obtain blessings for prosperity and well-being. |
| Kalabhabhishekam കളഭാഭിഷേകം | Kalabhabhishekam | 20000.00 | A highly significant ritual involving the anointing of the deity’s idol with ‘Kalabham’ (sandalwood paste mixed with other fragrant substances), considered a very sacred offering bestowing immense merit, radiance, and prosperity. |
| Choroonu ചോറൂണ് | Choroonu | 100.00 | The ceremony of feeding the first solid food (rice) to an infant, a significant milestone seeking blessings for the child’s health, longevity, and happiness. |
| Manjal Para മഞ്ഞൾ പറ | Manjal Para | 100.00 | An offering of turmeric powder to the deity, considered auspicious and believed to bring good fortune, prosperity, healing, and protection. |
| Niramala നിറമാല | Niramala | 4000.00 | A grand offering of numerous lit lamps to the deity, symbolizing the dispelling of darkness and sorrows, inviting light, prosperity, and divine blessings. |
| Sasthavinu Deeparadhana Nirmala Chuttuvilakku ശാസ്താവിന് ദീപാരാധന നിറമാല ചുറ്റുവിലക്ക് | Deeparadhana Niramala Chuttuvilakku for Sastha | 300.00 | A combined offering for Lord Sastha consisting of ‘Deeparadhana’ (waving of lamps), ‘Niramala’ (display of lit lamps), and ‘Chuttuvilakku’ (lighting lamps around the deity), seeking blessings, radiance, protection, and divine presence. |
Seva Details
| Seva Name | Description | Offering Type | Amount (INR) | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganapathy | Lord Ganesha’s blessing for new beginnings. | Neyyabhishekam | 10,000 | – |
| Parvathy Devi | Worship of Goddess Parvathy for prosperity. | Neyyabhishekam | 22,000 | – |
| Saashthav | A ritual dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. | Neyyabhishekam | 7,000 | – |
| Mahavishnu | Offering to Lord Vishnu for protection. | Neyyabhishekam | 22,000 | – |
How to Get an Entry Pass for Thiruvairanikulam Temple
For most visits to Thiruvairanikulam Temple, you don’t need an entry pass. However, there are times when special passes might be required, especially during festivals or busy seasons
- Check the Temple’s Website: Visit the official website of the temple. They often provide details about whether an entry pass is needed and how to get one.
- Call the Temple: You can also call the temple’s office. They will let you know if you need a pass and how to obtain it.
- Visit in Person: If you are nearby, you can ask at the temple’s reception or ticket counter about entry passes.
By following these steps, you can ensure you have everything you need for a smooth visit to Thiruvairanikulam Temple.
Aarti and Pooja Offerings from Thiruvairanikulam Temple
Here’s a table summarizing the Aarti and Pooja offerings available at Thiruvairanikulam Temple:
| Offering | Description | Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Pushpanjali | Offering of flowers | 10 |
| Ottappam | Offering of rice cakes | 100 |
| Ganapathihomam | Special lamp offering for Lord Ganesha | 50 |
| Appam Moodal | Offering of appam and moodal (a type of sweet) | 6500 |
| Ashtadrevya Ganapathi Homam | Special homam (ritual) for Lord Ganesha involving eight types of offerings | 250 |
| Karuka Homam | Special homam involving karuka (a type of grass) | 75 |
| Karuka Mala | Garland made of karuka | 20 |
How to Participate
Check the Schedule: It would be helpful to know or learn from someone what time is it cases of Aarti and Puja so as to be there and participate.
Dress Appropriately: To be able to engage in any of them, one has to dress appropriately, that is, put on modest attire.
Follow Instructions: While participating in the programs follow and listen to directions from temple staff as instructed.
Greater value add will be understanding and being able to participate in Aarti and Puja in Temple.
How to Book Darshan Tickets at Thiruvairanikulam Temple
Booking Darshan tickets is an easy process if you follow the right Here’s a simple 10-point guide on how to book darshan tickets at Thiruvairanikulam Temple:
- Visit the homepage of Thiruvairanikulam Temple. This is where you’ll find all the info you need regarding bookings for darshan tickets.
- If you don’t have an account, the templates are available upon sign up for a free account. In case you already do, simply sign in with your previously created account.
- There should be a link called the ‘Darshan Booking’ or ‘Online Services’ at the home page on the site. This is where you will commence the journey of a booking process.
- Select the type of darshan you prefer such as special darshan, general darshan or any other preferred variants you would chose from.
- Choose the date and time you want to visit. Even the availability may depend on something, so be sure to choose the suitable time to happen.
- Enter your information such as your name and contact number and e-mail address. All the information provided should be correct.
- Type in the names and ages of all the people that are going to come with you for the darshan.
- Go to the payment mechanism. The tickets will be to be paid using one’s credit/debit card or any other available form of payment online.
- Customers who paid for the services are also issued a confirmation email or an SMS containing booking details and booking reference number.
- You can either print out the confirmation received in your email or save it on the mobile gadget. To get into the temple, you will have to present this somewhere in the building.
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Overview of Important Timings and Dates at Thiruvairanikulam Temple
| Category | Timings | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Opening Hours | 4:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning sessions |
| Temple Closing Hours | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Evening sessions |
| Daily Darshan Timings | 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM | Morning Darshan |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Midday Darshan | |
| 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Evening Darshan | |
| Special Darshan Timings | Varies (Check Website) | Timings for special occasions or festivals |
| Festivals & Special Days | Varies | Dates for special events and festivals |
| Abhishekam Timings | 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Special ritual timings |
| Temple Events | As per announcement | Events may vary; check official updates |
General Questions (FAQS)
How can I get in touch with the temple authorities?
You can contact the temple authorities through the contact information provided on their official website or by visiting the temple office.
What is Thiruvairanikulam Temple?
Thiruvairanikulam Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Kerala, India.
Where is Thiruvairanikulam Temple located?
The temple is located in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
What are the opening hours of the temple?
The temple opens from 4:30 AM to 12:00 PM in the morning and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening.
How can I book darshan tickets?
You can book darshan tickets online through the temple’s official website or at the temple’s ticket counter.
Are there special darshan options available?
Yes, special darshan options may be available, especially on festivals or special occasions. Check the temple’s website for details.
What is the dress code for visitors?
Visitors are expected to dress modestly. Traditional Indian attire is preferred, and shoes should be removed before entering the temple.
Is there an entry fee for the temple?
There is usually no entry fee for the temple, but there may be charges for special darshan or rituals.
Can I take photographs inside the temple?
Photography is generally not allowed inside the temple. It’s best to check with the temple authorities for any specific rules.
Are there facilities for accommodation nearby?
Yes, there are various hotels and l