Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple
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Deity: Nagaraja Place: Mavelikara Kerala
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple. Dedicated to Nagaraja. Located in Mavelikara.
- Primary Deity
- Nagaraja
- Dress Code
- Traditional and Formal clothing
- Address
- Haripad, Karthikappally, Alappuzha, Kerala, 690514, India
History
According to legend, Lord Parashurama established the temple after performing penance to Lord Shiva to make the land of Kerala habitable. It is believed that the worship of Nagaraja removed the saltiness from the soil, allowing the deity to vow to reside there permanently.
Spiritual Significance
The temple is an ancient and prominent pilgrimage site famous for its unique snake worship rituals and is a major destination for childless couples seeking blessings for progeny.
Major Festivals
- Diwali
- Holi
- Navratri
- Ayilyam Mahotsavam
- Shivarathri
- Thulam Ayilyam
- Karkidaka Ayilyam