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Why to visit Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
In Kerala's Kottayam district is the town of Vaikom. During the Indian Independence Movement, it served as a destination for satyagraha. It is the oldest city in Kottayam and is located not far from Kumarakom, a popular tourist destination. The Vaikom Temple, located in the centre of the community, takes centre stage during the month of November's Vaikom Ashtami celebrations. The year 1594 saw the construction of this temple. Additionally, a courtyard that occupies 8 acres of space surrounds it.
Due to its beautiful design and extensive history, the temple is significant in Keralan history.
• One of Kerala's three potent Shiva temples is the Vaikom Mahadeva Temple. Ettumanoor Siva Temple and Kaduthuruthy Thaliyil Mahadeva Temple are the other two temples on this list.
• The locals have the belief that Lord Shiva grants all requests when worshipped at these three shrines prior to Ucha Pooja.
• Additionally, this temple is used for Vaishnavaite and Shaiva worship.Over 8 acres of land make up the temple. The temple is enclosed by four walls, and river sand has levelled the grounds.
• The temple has a gilded flagstaff. There is a stone sculpture next to the Balikalulpura. This is a statue of Lord Ganesha. The sacrifice stone is referred to as Balikalulpura.
• Ramayana tales are depicted on the Namaskara Mandapa's interior roof. There is only one statue of Nandi carved out of rock. Lord Shiva travels in the Nandi.
• The Sreekovil is the temple's main chamber. Copper sheets are used to cover this space. This area also includes a front chamber. The Mukha Mandapa is shown here. Stone and wood were used to construct this chamber. There is a second chamber as well. The square structure of this chamber is made of stone.
• The Shiva Lingam stands six feet tall. It's made of a dark stone. Chandrakala is worn by the Lingam. It is a crescent. The Lingam also possesses four hands, a nose, and three eyes. Lord Shiva is adorned with gold jewels.
