Chowalloor Mahadeva Temple
Chowalloor Siva Temple is part of 108 Siva temples in Kerala and one among the five Shiva temples around Guruvayoor.
There is no flag mast in the temple. The main Balikallu in Balikalpura is about 10 feet tall. So from outside, the Shiva lingam can not be seen.
In the two tiered round Sree kovil or Sanctum Sanctorum, the Swayambhoo idol of Lord Siva is seen facing west and that of His consort Sree Parvathy facing east.
A rare phenomenon of the Sapthamathrukkal, precious black stone idols symbolising the seven divine Mothers are also worshipped in the Temple in the form of Bimbas made of Krishnasila.
Location
Chowallur
Main Deity
Lord Siva
Other Deities
Lord Subramaniyan, Goddess Parvathy, Lord Ganesha, Lord Ayyappa, Sapthamathrukkal, Navagraha, Simhodaran and Lord Hanuman.
Festivals
Astami Rohini & Maha Sivarathri
Main Offerings
Dhara, Koovalam Mala, Mrithunjaya Hoamam.
How To Reach
By Air: Cochin International Airport is situated at 78.5 KM from the temple.
By Rail: Guruvayur Railway Station is 4.8 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Guruvayur KSRTC Bus Depot is 5.4 KM from the Temple.