The Dashavatara Charthu at Thrikoyikkal Sree Maha Narasimha Swamy Temple in Kollam District is a spiritually significant festival that beautifully celebrates the ten incarnations of Lord Mahavishnu. This sacred आयोजन is conducted from April 29 to May 8, 2026, drawing devotees from various regions to witness its divine grandeur and traditional rituals.
During the festival, special charthu are performed symbolizing each of the Dashavatara—Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Balarama, and Vishwaroopa. Each day highlights different aspects of these divine manifestations, reflecting the cosmic role of Lord Vishnu in preserving dharma. The temple premises become vibrant with devotional chants, Vedic rituals, and spiritual recitations creating an atmosphere of deep devotion and cultural richness.
The event begins every evening from 5:00 PM onwards, where devotees gather to participate in the sacred ceremonies and seek blessings. The Dashavatara Charthu is not only a ritualistic celebration but also a spiritual journey that reminds devotees of the eternal protection and guidance offered by Lord Vishnu through his various avatars.
🕉️ Dashavatara Charthu Rituals
🔥 Evening Deeparadhana
📿 Vishnu Sahasranama Chanting
🎶 Devotional Bhajans
🪔 Special Temple Alankaram
The Dashavatara Charthu 2026 begins at Thrikoyikkal Sree Maha Narasimha Swamy Temple in :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} with sacred Kodiyettam and traditional opening rituals marking the start of the festival.
Special rituals are performed each day representing the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu, highlighting divine manifestations and spiritual teachings.
Devotional performances and symbolic adornments are conducted in honor of each avatar of Mahavishnu, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere.
Continuous chanting of Vishnu Sahasranama is performed by devotees, invoking divine blessings and purification of mind and soul.
Traditional bhajans, devotional songs, and cultural programs are organized, enhancing the festive and spiritual environment of the temple.
Daily Deeparadhana is conducted with deep devotion, offering prayers to Lord Maha Narasimha Swamy and completing the day’s rituals with divine light.
The festival concludes with the sacred Aarattu ritual and final offerings, marking the completion of the Dashavatara Charthu celebrations.
The highlight of the festival is the sacred Dashavatara Charthu at Thrikoyikkal Sree Maha Narasimha Swamy Temple in :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}, depicting the ten divine incarnations of Lord Vishnu.
Devotees experience spiritual devotion through rituals dedicated to the Dashavatara forms of Lord Vishnu, symbolizing cosmic balance and protection of dharma.
The temple resonates with continuous Vedic chanting, Vishnu Sahasranama recitation, and devotional bhajans, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere.
Evening Deeparadhana is performed with traditional lamps and rituals, offering divine prayers to Lord Maha Narasimha Swamy.
Traditional Kerala art forms, devotional music, and cultural performances enrich the festival, showcasing the region’s spiritual heritage.
The festival concludes with sacred rituals and offerings, marking the divine completion of the Dashavatara Charthu celebrations with blessings for all devotees.
Venue: Thrikoyikkal Sree Maha Narasimha Swamy Temple, Panayam Road, Kerala 691312
Nearest Place: Panayam
Nearest Town: Kollam (8 km)
Railway: Kollam Junction Railway Station (7 km)
Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (65 km)
Road: The temple is well connected via Panayam Road and surrounding local routes. Regular KSRTC and private buses operate from Kollam, nearby towns, and villages. Autos and taxis are easily available for convenient access to the temple.