Kumarakom - Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple

Kumarakom - Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple

Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple is a popular and historic temple that draws thousands of devotees not only from India but also from abroad. Built-in unique Dravidian architecture, the Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is said to be built in the 16th century and is famous for its mural paintings. The painting that depicts Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer - Nataraja at the gopuram of the temple is mind-blowing. The ten-day annual festival is the major celebration of Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple. "Ezharaponnaana" - seven and a half golden elephants are the remarkable treasure of this temple. And these elephants are displayed to the public on the eighth day of the annual festival which is a grand feast to the eyes.