ANNADANA PRABHU OF VAIKOM

FESTIVALS

The temple celebrates many festivals. Among them, the 13-day Ashtami festival falling in the month of Vrischikam is given utmost importance. It attracts lacks of Bhaktas from all parts, as it is the Vaikkathappan's dear most, auspicious festivals. As Ashtami falls on the 12th day and the Arattu on the 13th day these too have a great pull, when general rejoicing and display of devotion reach the zenith. Elephant processions, Kalakshepams, dance and drama with colour and sound entertain the devotees round the clock. Public feeding touches new height now.

The 12th day is specially auspicious for the Darshan of the Adidampatis; for, it was on this sacred day, Vyagrapada Maharshi was blessed with their Darshan. So devotees overflow the vast courtyards from the early morning hour.

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