Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple ,Darshan Information

Situated at East Fort, Pazhavangadi MahaGanapathy temple is one of the most famous temple in Thiruvananthapuram city. The temple is situated close to the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple. Here, Lord Ganesha is seen in a seated posture with the right leg in a folded stance. Other than Lord Ganesha, the temple hosues the idols of Lord Dharmasasta, Goddess Durga and Nagaraja. The Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple is now maintained by Indian Army

Location Pazhavangati, East Fort, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India

Legend

According to the legends, the idol of Lord Ganesha was maintained by the The Nair Brigade of Travancore Kingdom. It was then kept at Padmanabhapuram, which was the capital of Travancore at that time. When the capital was shifted to Thiruvananthapuram, they installed the idol and the present temple was built at that place. At present, the temple is maintained by the Indian Army, after the integration of the Travancore army with the Indian Forces.

Architecture

It is a blend of traditional South Indian architecture with elements of modernity

Culture

The culture of Kerala is a synthesis of Aryan and Dravidian cultures, developed and mixed for centuries, under influences from other parts of India and abroad. It has got a pre- historic genesis, but constant exposure to other cultures has instilled a cosmopolitan nature to it. Kerala welcomes and respects other cultures and assimilates good elements into its structure. It keeps a unique identity among other South Indian cultures.

Darsan Dresscode

Male devotees are expected to wear Kerala Mundu, which is also known as Veshti or Dhothi. But there is no dress code for women, as they can wear any traditional dress like Saree, Churidar, Salwar Kameez, or Skirt.Ladies need to wear Duppatta to enter Pazhavangadi GanapathyTemple.

Darsan Info

Other deities worshipped at Pazhavangadi Maha Ganapati Temple are Lord Ayyappa, Goddess Durga, Nagaraja, and Brahmarakshas. The Pazhavangadi Ganapathy temple complex also houses beautiful paintings of the 32 forms of Lord Ganesh.

4.00 AM: Temple opens for morning pooja,

10.45 AM: Temple closes after morning pooja

5.00 PM: Temple opens for evening pooja,

8.30 PM: Temple closes for the day

Special Rituals

Ayilyam Nakshtram in Kanni Masam is of great significance at Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple, which has a place designated for Nagas or Serpents. On this day, special rituals and pujas ded to Nagaraja and Nagayakshi are performed.It is considered highly auspicious to offer prayers to Nagas or Snakes on the day.Ayilyam Nakshtram in Kanni Masam is of great significance at Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple, which has a place designated for Nagas or Serpents. On this day, special rituals and pujas dedicated to Nagaraja and Nagayakshi are performed.It is considered highly auspicious to offer prayers to Nagas or Snakes on the day.

Aksharabhasam or Vidyarambham at Pazavangady Ganapathy Temple is a famous ritual for children between the age of two to four to start their Vidyarambham, sometimes referred as Ezhuthiniruthu, in this Hindu tradition Kids are introduced into the world of knowledge. Vidyarambham is merging of two Malayalam word “Vidya” means “knowledge” and “Arambham” means "beginning”.

Pilgrimaide offers custom package trips for the same combined with a short visit of famous Temples and places in Trivandrum like Attukal Devi Temple. Shanghumukam Beach , Napier Museum etc.