Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple
The presiding deity of the temple is Dhanwanthiri, and the idol is almost six feet tall, facing east. In the right hand, the Lord holds Amrith, and with the left hand, the Lord holds Atta, Shanku, and Chakra.
The temple belongs to the Koramboor Mana family and is run by Sree Dhanwanthari Moorthi Seva Trust. A small stream flows towards the east on the southern side of the temple, and it is customary for devotees to bathe in this stream before entering the temple for Darshan. It is believed that problems due to Vatha, Pitha, and Kapha can be cured if devotees stay here and meditate. Doctors practicing Ayurveda also come to the temple for Bhajana (Pooja, meditation). 'Krishna Tulasi' is the favorite offering of Dhanwanthari.
From 'Dhanu' 1st to 11th, the Lord is decorated in the Dasavatara forms. There is a legend regarding this 'Dasavataram chartal'. A member of the Korampur Mana Namboothiri did not have any children. He prayed to Lord Dhanwanthiri that he would decorate the Lord in ten different forms if he gets a child. Within a year, he was blessed with a child, and from that time onwards, this practice of decorating the Lord every year in ten different forms, from Dhanu 1st to 11th, has been continuing. Many devotees have been performing this offering in the temple to beget progeny.
Location
Thottuva
Main Deity
Lord Adi Dhanwanthari
Other Deities
Lord Ganesha, Lord Ayyappa, Goddess Bhagavathy, Naga Deities & Rakshas
Festivals
Mandala Masam (Ekadashi Maholsavam), Dashavathara Maholsavam & Pradhishta Dhinam.
Main Offerings
Dhanwanthari Pooja, Kadum Payasam, Paal Payasam, Appam Moodal, Neeranjanam & Pattum Thaaliyum.
How To Reach
By Air: Cochin International Airport is situated 13.7 KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Angamaly Railway Station is situated 15.5 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Angamaly KSRTC Bus Stand is situated 19.2 KM from the Temple.