Agasthyacodu Mahadeva Temple
Agasthyacodu Mahadeva temple is located Alencherry Road in Anchal. This temple is identified as one of the oldest Swayambhu Siva temples in south India. The main deities worshipped in the temple are Shiva and Vishnu. The darshanam of the deities is towards east. The temple is under the Travancore Devasom Board administration.
The place is named after Agasthya Muni. The temple has a very attractive historical background and is famous among devotees from various parts of southern Travancore.
The temple was recently renovated. A new standing Siva statue was installed which has become the main attraction at the temple. The temple has a calm and serene environment with great natural beauty all around.
Location
Anchal
Main Deity
Lord Siva
Other Deities
Goddess Durga, Ganapathy, Subrahmanya, Hanuman, Navagrahas, and Nagarajavu.
Festivals
The main festival observed in the temple is Thalappoli in Kumbham month. Shivratri.
Main Offerings
Ganapathy Homa, Mruthyumjaya Homa, Jaladhara, Koovalamala, Mrithyumjaya Pushpanjali, Bhagavathyseva, Kathakali Vazhipadu for 7 days (During the Festival season only).
How To Reach
By Air: The Thiruvanathpuram International Terminal is situated 65KM from the Temple
By Road: The KSRTC Bus Station is situated 2.7KM from the Temple
By Rail: Punalur Railway Station is situated 14.7KM from the Temple.