Chakkamkulangara Siva Temple
Chakkamkulangara Siva temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. There is also the presence of Devi Parvathy. Lord Shiva of the temple represents Swayamvara moorthy, although originally it has the form of “Mrityunjaya” in its fierce form (Ugra Bhavam), facing west, with eight hands with various attributes. The temple is part of the famous 108 Temples of Shiva of Kerala and references to this temple (Adampalli) are located at 108 Shivalaya Sothram.
Temple is well located at the heart of Thripunithura and near to Poornathrayeesa temple. The temple structure is made Kerala-Dravidian architecture style and is more than 1000 years old.
The temple is famous for the Navagraha (Nine Planets) Pujas. The shrine was an important temple associated with Shakthan Thampuran.
Location
Thrippunithura
Main Deity
Lord Siva
Other Deities
Parvathy Devi, Lord Ganesha, Lord Ayyappa, Nagas Deities and Navagrahas.
Festivals
The Temple celebrates Sivarathri for 7 days in the malayalam month of Kumbham (February – March) every year.
Main Offerings
Elluthiri, Turmeric Powder, Dhara, Kuvala Archana, Ganapathy Homam.
How To Reach
By Air: Cochin International Airport is 32.7 KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Tripunnittura Railway Station is 750 Meters from the Temple.
By Road: Vyttila Hub Bus Stand is 5.2 KM from the Temple.