The temple is associated with the legend of Ramayana where Rama's brother Lakshmana worshipped Rama along with their other brother Bharatha here. The presiding deity took the form of Lakshmana and worshipped here. The temple is one of the four temples that are part of Nalambalam Yatra - Rama at Thriprayar, Bharata at Irinjalakuda, Lakshmana at Moozhikkulam and Shathrughna at Payammal.
The Thirumoozhikkulam Sree Lakshmana Perumal Temple is situated in Thirumoozhikkulam village, which is easily accessible by road from nearby towns and cities in Ernakulam district.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is a major festival celebrated at the Thirumoozhikkulam Sree Lakshmana Perumal Temple. It marks the auspicious day when devotees believe that the gates of Vaikuntha, the abode of Lord Vishnu, are opened
Annual Festival
The temple hosts its main annual festival for ten days each year in the month of Medam, which usually falls in April or May according to the Malayalam calendar. This festival is celebrated with great fervor and includes special rituals, pujas, processions, cultural programs, and offerings to the deity.
Contact Address: Lakshmana Perumal Temple, Thirumoozhikkulam,
Ernakulam
