Thiruvona Oottu at Kondoor Sri Krishna Swamy Temple, Kottayam is a highly auspicious annual ritual observed during the Vaishakha month in Kerala. This sacred festival is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is marked by elaborate offerings and devotional ceremonies performed with deep spiritual significance.
The highlight of the event is the special Thiruvona Oottu, a traditional feast offered to the deity, along with Chathushatha Nivedyam and other sacred rituals. Devotees and temple authorities come together to prepare and offer various types of traditional Kerala dishes as part of the vazhipadu seeking blessings for prosperity, health and peace.
In the year 2026, this auspicious ceremony will be held on May 9, 2026 (Saturday) at 12:00 Noon. The temple atmosphere during this time becomes deeply devotional, filled with chants, rituals, and the presence of numerous devotees. Special offerings are also made by devotees such as Devasajeev Iramattathil Thalappalam and Avinash Venus Bhavan Kondoor adding to the spiritual importance of the occasion.
🚩 Thiruvona Oottu
🍛 Chathushatha Nivedyam
🪔 Special Vaishakha Pooja
🙏 Devotional Vazhipadu Offerings
🎶 Bhajans & Temple Rituals
The sacred Thiruvona Oottu at Kondoor Sri Krishna Swamy Temple is the main offering ceremony where traditional Kerala feast (nivedyam) is prepared and offered to Lord Krishna with devotion and spiritual rituals.
Special Chathushatha Nivedyam is prepared as part of the festival rituals, symbolizing devotion, purity, and prosperity, and offered to the deity with traditional pooja practices.
Dedicated Vaishakha month poojas are performed with Vedic chanting, homams, and traditional offerings to invoke divine blessings for peace, health, and prosperity.
Devotees participate by offering vazhipadu (offerings) such as annadanam contributions and other rituals seeking the blessings of Lord Krishna.
The temple is filled with devotional atmosphere through bhajans, chants, and traditional rituals, creating a spiritually uplifting experience for all devotees.
The sacred Thiruvona Oottu is the main ritual where traditional Kerala feast is offered to Lord Krishna with devotion.
Special Chathushatha Nivedyam prepared with traditional ingredients is offered as part of the sacred ritual offerings.
Dedicated Vaishakha month poojas are conducted with Vedic chants and rituals to invoke divine blessings.
Devotees actively participate by offering vazhipadu such as annadanam and other sacred offerings.
The temple resonates with bhajans, chants, and rituals, creating a divine and peaceful environment.
The festival reflects the rich temple traditions of Kerala, preserving culture, devotion, and community participation.
Nearest Town: Erattupetta / Aruvithura
Railway: Kottayam Railway Station (45 km)
Airport: Cochin International Airport (80 km)
Road: Well connected via Erattupetta–Aruvithura routes and nearby Pala–Erattupetta road network; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis, and auto services are available to Kondoor Sri Krishna Swamy Temple, Kondoor Rd, Aruvithura, Erattupetta, Kerala 686122