The Thirukodiyettu Mahotsavam at Aryasala Devi Temple, located in Thiruvananthapuram, is a revered annual festival that reflects the deep rooted spiritual traditions of Kerala. Celebrated from 12 April 2026 to 19 April 2026, this sacred festival attracts a large number of devotees who gather to seek the blessings of the divine Goddess and participate in the vibrant rituals.
The festival begins with the Thirukodiyettu marking the auspicious commencement of the celebrations. Each day is filled with special poojas, abhishekams, and deeparadhana, performed with strict adherence to traditional temple customs. The temple atmosphere becomes spiritually charged with devotional chants, music and rituals.
One of the major highlights is the Pallivetta, a symbolic divine hunt that signifies the triumph of good over evil, followed by the grand Aarattu ceremony, where the deity is taken in a sacred procession for ritual bathing. Cultural and devotional programs, including bhajans and traditional performances, are also conducted during the festival.
π© Thirukodiyettu
π― Pallivetta
π Aarattu
The sacred flag hoisting ceremony is held on 12.04.2026 marking the grand beginning of the Mahotsavam and invoking divine blessings.
Special poojas, abhishekams and deeparadhana are conducted daily following traditional temple rituals.
The ceremonial procession of the deity takes place daily with traditional music and rituals.
The symbolic divine hunt ritual is performed on 18.04.2026 representing the victory of good over evil.
Devotional bhajans and cultural programs are performed during evening, enriching the spiritual atmosphere.
The sacred Aarattu ceremony is held on 19.04.2026 marking the grand conclusion of the festival with a holy bath ritual.
The sacred flag hoisting ritual that marks the grand beginning of the Thirukodiyettu Mahotsavam with divine blessings.
Devotees participate in special poojas, abhishekams, and deeparadhana performed with traditional Tantric practices.
The procession of the deity around the temple with traditional music creates a spiritually vibrant atmosphere.
The symbolic divine hunt representing the triumph of good over evil and protection of devotees.
The grand holy bath ritual of the deity performed in a ceremonial procession, marking the festivalβs conclusion.
Venue: Aryasala Devi Temple, Trivandrum
Nearest Town: Chalai(1 km)
Railway: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station (2 km)
Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (6 km)
Road: Well connected via East Fort, Chalai Market, and Attakulangara Junction; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis and auto services available to Aryasala Devi Temple β Chithra Theatre Ln, Aryasala, Chalai, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695036