Engandiyur temple I have not seen But a small place with beautiful beach and location was so enticing I had to make detour from the highway into that shore KR IRS 211025
On Tue, 21 Oct 2025 at 09:56, 'gopala krishnan' via Thatha_Patty < [email protected]> wrote: > > THIRUMANGALAM MAHAVISHU-SIVA TEMPLE, ENGANDIYUR, > TRICHUR DISTRICT-KERALA STATE > > > Introduction > > Thirumangalam Maha Vishnu and Siva Temple is situated at Engandiyur in > the Thrissur District of Kerala. The Temple is facing the Guruvayur- > Ernakulam National Highway. In this temple, there are two idols, one is > Siva and the other is Maha Vishnu. Both have the same importance. > However Siva is the main Idol. Because of this temple listed in the 108 > Siva temples list. The temple is facing to the eastern side and have very > good Sreekovils. > > The temple is managed by Kattumadom Mana. Many devotees reach the temple to > make relief from their mental deceases. Thanthram is from Pazhangaparambu > Mana. > > The main festivals are Ashatamirohini and Sivarathri in Thirumangalam > Temple. Devotees believe that offering thirumaduram to Devan and to get > sweet life in their life. > > Key details > > The Engandiyur temple, also known as the Thirumangalam Sree Maha Vishnu > Siva Temple, is home to two primary deities: Maha Vishnu and Shiva. > > Primary deities > > Maha Vishnu: The temple has a dedicated sanctum sanctorum for Lord Maha > Vishnu. > > Lord Shiva: The temple's other main sanctum is for Lord Shiva, who is > considered the primary deity. > > Parashurama: According to local folklore, the Shiva Linga in the temple is > Swayambhu (self-manifested), and the idol was installed by Sage > Parashurama. > > Location details > > The temple is situated in Engandiyur, within the Thrissur district of > Kerala, facing the Guruvayur-Ernakulam National Highway. > > *Deities: Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, with their respective sanctums > facing East.* > > Location: Engandiyur, Thrissur district, Kerala. > > Significance: It is considered one of the ancient and famous temples of > Kerala and is a part of the 108 famous Shiva temples. > > Architectural style: The temple is built in the traditional Kerala style. > > Deities: The temple has separate sanctums for the presiding deities, Maha > Vishnu and Shiva, both facing east. > > Mythology: According to folklore, the Shiva Linga is Swayambhu > (self-manifested), and sage Parashurama is believed to have installed the > Vishnu idol. > > Architectural style: The temple is constructed in the traditional Kerala > style. > > Festivals: The temple observes festivals such as Ashtami Rohini and Maha > Shivaratri > > Address: Maha Vishnu temple, Thirumangalam Temple Rd, Pokkulangara, > Engandiyoor, Kerala 680615. > > Contact: +91 85479 55479. > > Website: http://thirumangalamtemple.com/. > > Legend > > Thirumangalam Sri Mahadeva Temple is also known as *"Thekkankashi*", is > located in Engandiyur in Thrissur district of Kerala. *According to the > legend, Mahadeva held back the sea to survive the sea attack*. > > Legendary origins(History) > > Established by Parasurama: Folklore states that the temple is one of the > 108 Shiva temples established by the sage Parasurama. According to this > legend, the Shiva Linga is a swayambhu, or self-manifested idol. > > A powerful deity: Another tale suggests that the original main deity was a > very powerful form of Shiva. To balance and temper his potent energy, a > separate sreekovil (sanctum sanctorum) was built for Lord Vishnu and his > consort Lakshmi. > > Protection from the sea: As a protective deity, Shiva is believed to guard > the surrounding area from the power of the sea. > > Main deities > > Along with Mahadeva, Parvathi Devi, Ganapati, Subrahmanya is enshrined in > one sanctum. > > Lakshmi Sametha *Maha Vishnu is enshrined in another sanctum on the left > side to cool down the power of Swayambhu Mahadeva. * > > The ancients say that life will be sweet if you serve the sweetness of > Mahadev. *As it is a double shrine, full Pratikshina is performed*. It is > believed that those suffering from all kinds of diseases and afflictions > will be cured within seconds if they come and worship the Lord Mahadev. > > Sub deities in the temple > > Ayyappan-Lord Ayyappan, also known as Ayyappa, is a revered deity in > Hinduism, particularly in the South Indian states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. > He is believed to be the son of Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu in the form of > Mohini. Ayyappan is often depicted as a celibate deity and is associated > with qualities such as courage, compassion, and self-discipline. He is > worshipped at the famous Sabarimala temple, and devotees undertake a > pilgrimage to seek his blessings and fulfil their vows. Ayyappan is also > known by other names such as Manikandan, Dharmasasta, and Hariharan. > Devotees believe that Ayyappan is a symbol of unity and equality, and his > worship transcends caste and creed. His devotees often undertake a rigorous > 41-day penance before visiting the Sabarimala temple. > > Ganapathy-Ganapathy, also known as Ganesha or Ganesh, is a popular and > widely worshipped deity in Hinduism. He is revered as the remover of > obstacles, the god of wisdom, and the patron of arts and sciences. > Ganapathy is often depicted with an elephant head and a human body, and he > is typically associated with auspicious beginnings and good fortune. > > Durga Devi-Durga Devi is a powerful and revered Hindu goddess, known for > her strength, courage, and protection. She is often depicted riding a lion > or tiger, symbolizing her ferocity and bravery. Durga Devi is worshipped > during the festival of Navratri, where her triumph over the buffalo demon > Mahishasura is celebrated. She is also considered the divine mother, > representing the nurturing and protective aspects of femininity. Devotees > pray to Durga Devi for strength, courage, and protection from evil forces. > > Naga Rajavu-Naga Rajavu is a Hindu deity who is believed to be the king > of the Nagas or the serpent deities. *He is often depicted as a > half-human and half-serpent figure, usually with multiple heads*. In > Hindu mythology, Nagas are considered to be powerful and respected beings > who are associated with water bodies, fertility, and protection. Naga > Rajavu is worshipped by some Hindu communities in India, particularly in > the southern state of Kerala, where he is considered to be a protector of > the land and its people > > Naga Yakshi-Naga Yakshi is a mythical figure from Indian folklore, often > depicted as a female serpent deity. In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, Naga > Yakshi is associated with serpents and is believed to have the power to > control and protect them. *She is often portrayed as a beautiful woman > with serpent-like features and is revered as a guardian of nature and > fertility*. Naga Yakshi is worshipped by devotees seeking blessings for > fertility, protection from snake bites, and overall well-being. In some > traditions, she is also associated with water bodies and is believed to > have the ability to control the forces of nature. > > Poojas > > The temple rituals are conducted under the guidance of Pazhangaparambu > Mana. > > Festivals > > The temple comes alive during the grand celebrations of Ashtamirohini and > Shivaratri, which are the main festivals of the Thirumangala Temple. > Devotees have a firm belief in offering ‘Thirumaduram’ to the deity, hoping > to be blessed with a sweet and fulfilling life. > > Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is a joyous and vibrant festival > celebrated by millions of people across the world, primarily in India and > various South Asian communities. This festival of lights signifies the > triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, and it holds significant > cultural, religious, and social importance. > > The name "Deepavali" is derived from the Sanskrit words "Deepa," meaning > lamp or light, and "Avali," meaning row. As such, the festival is often > referred to as the "Festival of Lights." It typically spans five days of > festivities, with the main day of celebration varying across regions. > > Karkidaka Vavu is a significant ritual observed in the southern Indian > state of Kerala, specifically during the Malayalam month of Karkidakam. > This sacred day is dedicated to paying homage to departed ancestors and > seeking their blessings and peace. Karkidakam usually falls in the months > of July and August in the Gregorian calendar. On this day, families gather > at riverbanks and other water bodies to perform rituals known as "Bali." > They believe that offering prayers and making offerings during Karkidaka > Vavu helps the souls of their ancestors attain salvation and find solace. > It is a solemn occasion marked by deep spiritual significance and reverence > for one's roots. The rituals involve making offerings of rice cakes, sesame > seeds, and other traditional items. Families also light lamps and perform > "Pithru Tharpanam," a ritual of offering water to ancestors. Many people > choose to visit temples or holy places during this time, seeking spiritual > solace and participating in collective prayers. > > Offerings > > Some of the offerings are listed below:- > > Mruthunjaya Pushpanjali, Shathru Samhaara Pushpanjali > > Swayamvara Pushpanjali, Raahu Pushpanjali > > Purushasooktham,Bhaagyasooktham > > Ayursooktham.Vidhya Mandhaarchana > > Mahasudarshana Mandhaarchana > > One TIme Pooja,One Day Pooja > > Sarvaalanghaara Pooja,Udayaasthamana Pooja > > Bhagavath Seva,Dhambathi Pooja > > Umamaheswara pooja,Ganapathy Pooja > > Raahu Pooja,Gulika Pooja > > *Rakshassu Pooja*,Aayilya Pooja > > Paalum Noorum,Vaahana Pooja > > Maala Pooja,Thaakol Pooja > > HOMAM > > Ganapathy Homam,Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam > > Mruthunjaya Homam,Maha Mruthunjaya Homam > > Thila Homam,Sukrutha Homam > > Navagraha Homam > > ABHISHEKAM > > Shangaabhishekam,Thailaabhishekam > > Palabhishekam,Kalabhaabhishekam > > Bhasmaabhishekam > > ANNADANAM > > Annadanam (5 Person)Annadanam ( Malayala Masam 1) > > Annadanam (Normal Day)Brahmana Oottu (1 Person) > > MISCELLANEOUS > > Palpayasam,Sharkkara Payasam,Nei Payasam > > Kadhalippazha Nivedhyam,Venna Nivedhyam > > Pinvilakku,Kedavilakku, Ellu Thiri,Neeranjanam > > Nagathinu Manjalpodi > > Ottappam,Muzhukkappu,Mughacharthu > > Vella Nivedhyam,Dhaara,Pinvilakku - Dhaara > > Rudhra Dhaara,Valiya Dhaara > > Chuttu Vilakku,Chuttu VIlakku, Niramala > > Koovala Mala,Thulasi Mala,Karuka Mala > > 108 Koovalathilakondu Mala,Unda Mala > > Temple timings > > Open 05.30 AM Close 11.30 AM > > Evening Time-Open 5.30 PM Closes 7.30 PM > > Contact persons > > Kattumadam Devaswom Trust > > Abhinav Anil Namboodiripad > > Managing Trustee,9847070476 > > Zoya Anil Kattumadam,Joint Management Trustee > > 9846470476, 8281960476. > > Compiled and posted by R. 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