Mohini Ekadashi is a highly sacred observance celebrated at the Thrikkovil Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple, Vallikkode, in Pathanamthitta, Kerala. This auspicious day, observed on Shukla Paksha Ekadashi, holds great spiritual significance for devotees of Lord Vishnu. The festival is marked by deep devotion, traditional rituals and a serene temple atmosphere filled with divine vibrations.
On this special day, the celebrations begin from 7:00 AM onwards with the continuous chanting of the Narayaneeyam, a revered devotional composition dedicated to Lord Krishna. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in prayers and seek blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment. The recitation continues throughout the day creating a powerful spiritual ambience within the temple premises.
In the evening, at around 6:00 PM, the temple hosts the grand Maha Ekadashi Deepa Aaradhana, a sacred lamp worship ceremony. This is followed by the majestic Garudavahana Procession, where the deity is taken out in a beautifully decorated ceremonial procession, symbolizing divine protection and grace.
📖 Narayaneeyam Recitation
🔥 Maha Ekadashi Deepa Aaradhana
🦅 Garudavahana Procession
🙏 Shukla Paksha Ekadashi Celebrations
Devotees gather early morning for continuous recitation of Narayaneeyam, invoking Lord Vishnu’s blessings.
Special rituals and poojas are performed throughout the day as part of Shukla Paksha Ekadashi observance.
Evening devotional songs and Harinama Keerthanam create a divine spiritual atmosphere inside the temple.
Sacred lamp worship is performed with deep devotion, marking the most important ritual of the day.
The deity is taken out in a grand procession on Garudavahana, symbolizing divine protection and blessings.
Continuous chanting of Narayaneeyam from morning, creating a deeply spiritual atmosphere and invoking the blessings of Lord Vishnu.
Special Shukla Paksha Ekadashi rituals and offerings are performed for peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment of devotees.
The sacred lamp worship at 6:00 PM is the highlight of the day, symbolizing divine light and removal of negativity.
A grand ceremonial procession of the deity on Garudavahana, reflecting divine protection and devotion of devotees.
Large gathering of devotees from across Kerala coming together to celebrate and experience divine blessings at the temple.
Venue: Thrikkovil Sri Padmanabha Swami Temple, Vallicode, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689648
Nearest Town: Vallicode (1 km)
Railway: Chengannur Railway Station (40 km)
Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (110 km)
Road: Well connected via MC Road and Pathanamthitta–Kozhencherry routes. Regular KSRTC and private bus services are available to Pathanamthitta and Vallicode. From Pathanamthitta town, taxis and auto-rickshaws are easily available to reach the temple.