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Thirunagamkulangara Sree Mahadevar Temple
- Nagamkulangara,Kerala
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Overview
Thirunagamkulangara Sree Mahadevar Temple is located in Vayalar, 4 Kms far from Cherthala. It is exceptionally well known sanctuary in Vayalar. Nagamkulangara sanctuary is more than 1500 years of age. The principle prathistas are Lord Shiva and Nagayaskshi with sarpakavu. The sanctuary additionally has symbols of different divinities, for example, Sree Ganpathy, Sree Sastha and Bhramarakshus.
Nagamkulangara sanctuary is well known for serpent adoration. There are 3 woodlands inside the compound in which different sorts of serpents exist. There are brilliant hued and silver shaded snakes in the timberland. There are a rich number of plant species in the backwoods. It is trusted that head Adi Sankara had gone to this sanctuary many times.
Festivals
Eight days festivals are celebrated with an Aarattu which falls on the Thiruvathira star day during the month of Makharam.
Significance
Pulluvan Pattu is a unique sort of music to conciliate serpent Gods. It is sung by an extraordinary group called pulluvars. There are some pulluva families nearby this sanctuary occupied with this innate calling. Individuals trust that an offering of this music before mother god will resolve their issues.
Accessibility
Airport
The nearest airport is Kochi Airport.
Railways
The nearest railway station to vayalar, alappuzha is Kottayam Railway Station which is 25 km away from Vayalar, alappuzha.
Road
Vayalar is 5 km from Cherthala, Kerala. Vayalar is bounded on the east by the Vayalar kayal which is a part of the famous Vembanad backwaters. The Vayalar road connecting Vayalar with Cherthala is its life line. Vayalar is connected to NH 47 by another road.
Temple Address
Thirunagamkulangara Sree Mahadevar Temple,
Vayalar, Cherthala Taluk, Alappuzha District,
Kreala, India, Pincode – 688536.
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 05:00 am to 7:00 pm.