Location
- Village:
Kottayi
- District:
Palakkad, Kerala
- Route:
Situated along the Palakkad–Thiruvilwamala road, making it accessible for
pilgrims traveling between these towns.
Main Deity
- Presiding Deity:
Lord Ayyappa (Sri Dharmasastha)
- The idol is installed facing east,
accompanied by his divine consorts Poorna and Pushkala,
which is a rare and spiritually significant configuration.
Origin & Legend
- The temple’s name and origin trace
back to a saint named Chemaran, who performed intense tapasya
and was blessed by Lord Ayyappa of Chamravattom. He later installed the
idol at this site, giving rise to the name Chambrakulangara.
Festivals & Rituals
- Main Festival:
Celebrated in the Malayalam month of Vrischikam (roughly
November–December).
- Special Offering:
Thiyattu Pattu, a ritualistic song and dance offering, holds
special importance here.
History &
Significance
- The temple’s origin is deeply rooted
in the spiritual journey of Saint Chemaran, a devout ascetic who
performed intense tapasya and received divine blessings from Chamravattom
Ayyappa.
- Guided by this vision, he installed
the idol of Lord Ayyappa at this serene location in Kottayi,
Palakkad. The temple’s name—Chambrakulangara—honors his legacy.
- What sets this temple apart is the
presence of Poorna and Pushkala, Lord Ayyappa’s divine consorts,
symbolizing completeness and spiritual harmony. This triad is rare and
revered in Sastha worship.
Getting Here
- By Road:
Located on the Palakkad–Thiruvilwamala route, easily accessible by
local buses and taxis.
- Nearest Railway Station:
Palakkad Junction (~20 km)
- Nearest Airport:
Coimbatore International Airport (~70 km)
Tips
- Visit During Vrischikam:
The temple comes alive with rituals and the unique Thiyattu Pattu
offering.
- Spiritual Ambience:
Ideal for quiet reflection and focused worship.
- Main Offering:
Thiyattu Pattu—a devotional art form performed as a sacred
offering.
- Dress Modestly: Traditional attire is encouraged—mundu for men, saree or salwar for women.
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