The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Nagaraja, a revered form of the serpent god worshipped with great devotion by devotees seeking protection and blessings.
The sanctum sanctorum (sreekovil) houses the idol of Lord Nagaraja, where devotees offer prayers and seek blessings.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Ayilya Pooja
The Ayilya Pooja is usually performed on the Ayilyam Nakshatra (star) day, which occurs each month according to the Malayalam calendar. Devotees believe that performing this pooja can ward off Naga dosha (afflictions related to serpents) and bring prosperity and well-being to their families. The ritual typically involves offering prayers, performing rituals, and making offerings such as milk, turmeric, flowers, and traditional sweets to serpentine deities at home or in temples dedicated to Naga.
Nagaroottu
Nagaroottu is a traditional custom performed before Uchabali to appease the Naga or serpent deity. It is believed to be a ritual aimed at seeking the satisfaction and blessings of the Naga for protection and well-being.
Contact Address: Karaykkattu Vila Sree Nagarkavu Temple, Thannivila, Trivandrum
