Vishu Attavishesham

The Vishu Attavishesham 2026 at Thrikkuratti Mahadeva Temple, Mannar, Alappuzha district is a highly auspicious and spiritually significant celebration in Kerala’s temple festival calendar. The festival will be observed on April 15, 2026, marking a sacred Vishu day dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees from various parts of Kerala gather to witness and participate in the divine rituals and traditional ceremonies conducted on this special occasion.

The day begins early with 4:30 AM Nirmalyam followed by Vishu Kani Darshan continuing until 5:00 AM, offering devotees an auspicious beginning of the new year with divine blessings. At 10:00 AM, the sacred ritual of Navakam is performed, invoking spiritual harmony and prosperity.

In the evening, the temple becomes spiritually vibrant with 5:00 PM temple opening, followed by 6:30 PM special Deeparadhana, a beautiful lamp ritual symbolizing the removal of darkness and ignorance. The highlight of the celebration is the 7:30 PM Rishabha Vahana Procession, where Lord Shiva is taken out in a grand ceremonial procession on the sacred bull vehicle, attracting thousands of devotees. The festival concludes with Shri Bhoota Bali enhancing the divine atmosphere of the temple.

🌅 Nirmalyam & Vishu Kani Darshan

🪔 Navakam Pooja

✨ Special Deeparadhana

🐂 Rishabha Vahana Procession

🔥 Shri Bhoota Bali

Vishu Attavishesham at Thrikkuratti Mahadeva Temple Alappuzha

Vishu Attavishesham Notice

📅 Vishu Attavishesham 2026 Schedule

Festival Commencement & Nirmalyam Rituals

The Vishu Attavishesham begins on April 15, 2026 with early morning sacred rituals including Nirmalyam Darshan and Vishu Kani, marking the divine beginning of the Vishu day celebrations at Thrikkuratti Mahadeva Temple.

Navakam & Morning Poojas

On April 15, 2026, the day continues with the sacred Navakam Pooja at 10:00 AM, invoking divine blessings of Lord Shiva for prosperity, peace, and spiritual upliftment of devotees.

Temple Opening & Deeparadhana

In the evening of April 15, 2026, the temple reopens at 5:00 PM, followed by the highly auspicious Special Deeparadhana at 6:30 PM, illuminating the temple with devotional lamps and chants.

Rishabha Vahana Procession

The grand highlight of April 15, 2026 is the sacred Rishabha Vahana Procession at 7:30 PM, where Lord Shiva is taken out in ceremonial procession on the divine bull vehicle, accompanied by devotees and traditional music.

Shri Bhoota Bali & Festival Conclusion

The festival concludes on the night of April 15, 2026 with Shri Bhoota Bali, completing the Vishu Attavishesham rituals with divine blessings and spiritual fulfillment for all devotees.

Key Highlights of Vishu Attavishesham

Vishu Kani Darshan

The auspicious Vishu Kani Darshan on April 15, 2026 at Thrikkuratti Mahadeva Temple marks the divine beginning of the Vishu Attavishesham celebrations with blessings of Lord Shiva.

Navakam Pooja

The sacred Navakam Pooja at 10:00 AM on April 15, 2026 is performed for prosperity, peace, and spiritual upliftment of all devotees participating in the festival.

Special Deeparadhana

The Special Deeparadhana at 6:30 PM on April 15, 2026 illuminates the temple with divine lamps, creating a spiritually powerful atmosphere of devotion.

Rishabha Vahana Procession

The grand Rishabha Vahana Procession at 7:30 PM on April 15, 2026 is the highlight of the festival, where Lord Shiva is taken out in a majestic ceremonial procession.

Shri Bhoota Bali

The festival concludes with Shri Bhoota Bali on the night of April 15, 2026, marking the completion of the Vishu Attavishesham rituals with divine blessings.

Vishu Attavishesham

Location & Access

Venue: Thrikkuratti Mahadeva Temple, Alappuzha

Nearest Town: Mannar (2 km)

Railway: Chengannur Railway Station (12 km)

Airport: Cochin International Airport (105 km)

Road: Well connected via Chengannur–Mannar road and Alappuzha–Chengannur routes; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis, and auto services are available to Thrikkuratti Mahadeva Temple, Kurattissery, near Kuratti Temple, Mannar, Kerala 689622