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വൈശാഖ മഹോത്സവം Kottiyoor Vaishaka Mahotsavam

June 8, 2025

The Vaishaka Mahotsavam, a 28-day festival held in the heart of a dense forest by the roaring River Bavali, offers an unparalleled experience unique to Kerala

Event Date & Time

June 8, 2025-July 4, 2025 -

Location - Offline Event

Vaishaka Mahotsavam Kottiyoor Temple Kannur, Kannur

Event Information

Hosted by the Kottiyoor temples—Akkare Kottiyoor and Ikkare Kottiyoor—situated on the banks of the mighty River Bavali, in Kannur district, this festival is among the most cherished in Northern Kerala. The Akkare Kottiyoor Temple, the primary venue, opens only during the festival days annually, from the Chothi asterism of the Malayalam month of Edavam to the Chithira asterism of the Malayalam month of Midhunam, typically falling between May and June.

Devotees worship a swayambhoo lingam (self-created idol of Lord Shiva) placed on a platform made of river stones, known as manithara. The rituals begin with Neyyattam (pouring of ghee), initiated by bringing a sword from Muthirerikavu in Wayanad. A captivating ritual is the Rohini Aaradhana, where the priest embraces the swayambhoo Shiva linga. Another significant ritual is the Elaneer Vayppu, where devotees offer tender coconuts before the swayambhoo lingam. The festival concludes with Elaneerattam, where the head priest pours the collected tender coconut water over the idol.

The Kottiyoor festival is deeply rooted in mythology and cultural traditions. According to legend, the temple is situated where the ancient Daksha Yaga took place. Sati, consort of Shiva, immolated herself in the yagna fire, and enraged by her death, Shiva created Veerabhadra who destroyed the yagna and killed Daksha. Later, the Gods, including Brahma and Vishnu, pacified Shiva, leading to the restoration of the yagna and the granting of moksha to Daksha, who was resurrected with a goat's head.

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 1

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 1

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 2

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 2

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 3

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 3

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 4

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 4

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 5

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 5

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 6

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 6

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 7

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 7

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 8

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 8

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 9

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 9

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 10

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 10

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 11

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 11

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 12

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 12

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 13

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 13

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 14

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 14

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 15

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 15

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 16

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 16

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 17

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 18

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 19

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 19

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 20

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 20

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 21

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 21

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 22

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 22

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 23

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 23

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 24

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 24

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 25

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 25

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 26

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 26

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 27

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 27

00:00 - 23:59

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 28

Vaishaka Mahotsavam - Day 28

00:00 - 23:59

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