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The Sree Bhavaneeswara Temple
- Palluruthy Village,Kerala
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Overview
The Sree Bhavaneeswara Temple is located in Palluruthy, Kochi. It was built by the great saint, sage and social reformer of India, Sree Narayana Guru on March 8, 1916. The temple is managed by Sree Dharma Paripalana Yogam. It was founded in 1903 under the guidance and blessings of Sree Narayana Guru, the great saint, sage and social reformer of India. The temple is owned and managed by Sree Dharma Paripalana Yogam.
About The Temple
The architecture style of the temple is moderate. There are many shrines constructed for people who worship Lord Shiva and Vishnu. Wooden carvings in the interior wall fascinate tourists. There is no pond and tank for the devotees to take bath before to worship the deity.
Legend and Stories
The temple has been around since 1904.
Festivals
There are many festival celebrated with lots of happiness and full dedication. Among them there is mahotsavam Grand festival is celebrated every year during the month of February-March for eleven days. Commencing with flag hoisting and fire works on the 1st day, Pooyam Kavadi procession on the 8th day, Pallivetta on the 10th day, the festival concludes with Arattu on the 11th day. Sri Narayana Jayanthi and Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi birthday are also celebrated at the temple. On Sri Narayana Jayanth the great reformer was born hence birthday of great saint is celebrated on the Chathayam asterism of the Malayalam month of Chingam .On the auspicious occasion of Gajapooja where 108 elephants were presented in ornamental items with traditional percussion did even attract the international media.
Poojas
Swarna Dwaja Pratista Day is being observed every year on the day immediately preceding the Mahotsavam celebrations. Nava Graha Homam is being performed on all Sundays. Annadhanam and Sampoorna Niramala is being sponsored by devotees on all Saturdays.
Accessibility
The Kochi Airport is the nearest airport located 33km from the temple. Kumpbalam Railway Station is 4km near to the temple.Ernakulam Junction is major railway station located 7km near to the temple. Tirunettur Railway station is 5km away from Palluruthy Village. Ernakulam Bus stand is major bus stand which connect major cities. All private bus is available at this bus stand.
Temple Address
Sree Bhavaneeswara Temple,
Palluruthy Village,
Ernakulam,
Kerala.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
The Temple Is Open From Mon-Sun : 06:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 04:30 PM - 08:30 PM.