Anikkattilamma Temple is one of the rarest temple in Kerala dedicated to Lord Adiparasakthi Sivan and Goddess Parvathi. Both Adiparasakthi Sivan and Goddess Parvathi are worshiped with equal significance in one Sreekovil. Situated in Anicadu Village in Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, it is estimated that the temple came into existence around 1600 years ago during the early days of Edapally dynasty.

Location Kerala, Pathanamthitta, Thiruvananthapuram

Legend

Adiparasakthi Sivan and Goddess Parvathi are worshiped with equal significance in one Sreekovil, which is one of the rarest of its kind in Kerala. The deities are symbolized by the idols of Agnimahakalan and Agniyekshi, each measuring about 4 feet and installed side by side. Lord Shiva is in his tribal incarnation of Kiratha with bow and arrow in His arms and Parvati has a sword in Her hand.

Architecture

The temple follows the patterns of Kerala architecture, which has got unique characteristics. It is in contrast to the Dravidian architecture as practiced in others of South India. Even though influence of Dravidian architecture is found in Kerala style, it also has prominent shades of Indian Vedic architectural science (Vastu Shastra) and also stamps of the historical influence of contact with maritime trading partners like Chinese, Arabs and Europeans. Classical Indian architectural works like the Tantrasamuchaya, Thachu-Shastra, Manushyalaya-Chandrika and Silparatna also find their influence in Kerala Architecture.

Culture

Pathanamthitta is known as "the headquarters of pilgrimage tourism" in India, and the district tourism board gave Pathanamathitta the moniker "The Abode of God". The famous pilgrimage centre of Sabarimala is situated here. Having three rivers and a forest cover which includes a tiger reserve, the district also attracts many wildlife and nature enthusiasts.

Darsan Info

Besides the main deities, there are Lord Siva, Bhadra, Nagaraja, Rakshas and Yekshiamma in worshipped inside the temple courtyard.

Darsan Dresscode

No specific Dress code. Traditional Dresses preferred for both men and women.

Temple Rituals

Naranga Vilakku is offered on every Friday and is done by women wishing for happy and long married life. Thrisoola pooja is held on every Saturday.

Special Rituals

Annadanam, offered on Fridays and Saturdays, is considered to be special and very sacred.

Additional Info

 

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