February 20, 2005

Thirunakkara Festival

Venue: Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple, Thirunakkara, Kottayam.

Thirunakkara Mahadeva temple dedicated to Lord Siva is located at Thirunakkara in the heart of Kottayam town, Kottayam district. The annual ten-day festival at the temple draws to a close with the Aaraattu ceremony. Usually nine caparisoned elephants take part in the Aaraattu procession, which begins in the afternoon.

Folk arts like Mayilattom, Velakali etc, are presented in the temple premises in the evening. Another major attraction is the Kathakali performances during the festival.

Event Date :15 Mar,2005

Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Kottayam, a few minutes drive from the shrine.
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 76 km from Kottayam town.