Chengannur Mahadevar Temple - Hindu temple in Chengannur - Alappuzha, India

Went there for a Marriage function. The compound is very huge and there were 3 marriages on the same day I guess, still the crowd was not felt. The only problem was to find apt parking, and reachability. The approach roads are not that big and traffic jams are a usual thing there it seems. Even Big tourist buses use the same road, where it's hard for two big cars to pass each other. So the rest can be imagined na. Other than that loved the place, and again no place where mahadevan resides can give out a negative vibe right, Har Har Maha Deva...

The temple is popularly counted as one of the major Bhagavathy temples in Kerala. The temple celebrates a rare menstruation festival for Bhagavathy, called Thripputhu, during when the temple is closed for three days during the irregular menstruation of the deity. There are five daily poojas done in temple, three Sarabalies for Shiva and three for Bhagavathy. Tantric worship is done by Thazhaman. The yearly festival is celebrated during the December-January which lasts 28 days. As per Hindu legend, Bhagavathy is considered as the god of Kerala and protector of masses. It is believed that Parvathi, the consort of Shiva, came here after getting married to him in the Himalayas. Parvathi got her menstrual period for 28 days. Bhagavathy is thus considered a reincarnation of Sati, where her [Kamakya] fell in the North.Another variant of the same legend indicates that sage Agasthya, who could not witness the sacred marriage of Shiva and Parvathi was visited by the pair after the marriage. Since Parvathi was in her menstrual period, she waited for 28 days to give darshan to the sage

A grand temple in the heart of Chengannur town. The main deities are Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati. Those on Sabarimala pilgrimage must definitely visit this temple.

Chengannur Mahadeva Temple is a very famous temple and there's always a special vibes, especially in the evenings. The temple creates a captivating atmosphere that leaves a lasting impression on visitors.

Chengannur Mahadeva Temple is a prominent Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva and located in the town of Chengannur in the state of Kerala. The temple is one of the major Shiva temples and also Known as Dekshina Kailasam. The temple is popularly counted as one of the major Bhagavathy temples in Kerala. The temple celebrates a rare menstruation festival for Bhagavathy, called Thripputhu, during when the temple is closed for three days during the irregular menstruation of the deity. The yearly festival is celebrated during the December-January which lasts 28 days. Peaceful place to worship lord Mahadev & Parvathi... The temple is very near to the Chengannur railway station(nearly 600 mtr) and KSRTC bus station...

This temple know as second Kailasa. The temple celebrates a rare menstruation festival for Bhagavathy, called Thripputhu. The temple is located in the heart of Chengannur town, very close from Pamba River flowing towards the east.

Very peaceful and historical temple from years back

Chengannur is known as the Gateway to Sabarimala Temple. Chengannur Mahadeva Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.The temple is believed to be built according to the architectural design developed by Perumthachan. Some legends say that the temple is one of the 108 shrines commissioned by Parasurama. There are two main Shrines in this temple. Lord Shiva facing East and Devi facing West.Chengannur Mahadeva Temple is also referred to as Chengannur Bhagavati Temple, as the temple is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas dedicated to Goddess Parvathi.In this temple, Lord Shiva &Goddess Parvati appear in the form of 'Ardhanaareeswara'. Thriputharattu is the main festival of this temple.The festival is associated with the menstruation ceremony and is observed periodically in the temple. During this time the temple is kept closed for three days and worships will be offered to another image of the goddess in a different spot of the temple. On the fourth day, the idol of the Devi is taken to a nearby river on the fourth day and Arattu (holy bath) is conducted. This ceremony is called Thripputhu. The annual temple festival is observed for 28 days starting from Thiruvathira Nakshatram in Dhanu Masam to Thiruvathira Nakshatra in Makaram month. Chengannur Mahadeva Temple opens daily at 3:50 AM. Worship timings are from 04:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the morning and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening. The temple is about a kilometre and half from the Chengannur Railway Station while the Bus Stand is just half a kilometre away.