The Grandeur of Kanni Ayilyam
In Kerala temple tradition, the Ayilyam asterism in the solar month of Kanni is considered the most sacred day of the entire year for serpent worship. On this auspicious confluence, cosmic serpent energies are at their peak, bestowing maximum potency to tantric rites like Sarpa Bali, Kalam Ezhuthu, and Noorum Paalum.
Devotees from across Kerala and neighboring states arrive to seek alleviation of Kalasarpa doshas, child blessings, health longevity, and to immerse in the sublime devotional atmosphere.
Complete 8-Day Festival Schedule & Program
Sacred Flag Hoisting & Ganapathi Homam
Commencement of the 8-day grand festival with solemn Kodiyettu (flag hoisting), Mahaganapathi Homam, Prathishta poojas, and evening deeparadhana.
Dravya Kalasam & Navaka Abhishekam
Elaborate tantric kalasabhishekam performed to infuse heightened spiritual power into the sanctum sanctorum, accompanied by Melam.
Sarpa Kalam (കളം എഴുത്തും പാട്ടും)
Priests and Pulluva traditional singers craft intricate multi-coloured sacred serpent mandalas (Sarpa Kalam) on sanctified ground using five natural herbal powders, accompanied by Pulluva Veena and rhythmic devotional hymns.
Maha Noorum Paalum & Manjal Neerattu
Mass propitiation of Naga Yakshi and Ashta Nagas with thousands of devotees offering pure cow milk, turmeric, and Kadali bananas.
Maha Sarpa Bali (മഹാ സർപ്പബലി)
The supreme nocturnal tantric ritual performed to appease the sovereign serpent rulers. Renowned for relieving severe horoscope doshas, Kalasarpa afflictions, and fostering peace and prosperity.
Nagaraja Theyyam & Panchavadyam
Mesmerizing Nagaraja Theyyam and Nagakanyaka ritual performances, high-tempo Panchari Melam, Pandi Melam, and captivating fire torches.
Ezhunnallippu, Arattu & Mahaprasada Oottu
Magnificent caparisoned elephant procession, traditional Muthukkuda silk parasols, sacred river Arattu immersion bath, and grand Annadanam for all visiting devotees.
Pre-Book Festival Offerings Online
Special festival offerings including Sarpa Bali, Noorum Paalum, Payasa Nivedyam, and Sarpa Kalam can be booked in advance to avoid long counters on festival days.