Mahanadan

Mahanadan is one of Lord Shiva’s form who is very powerful. He is usually worshipped in the aniconic form of lingam. The iconographical attributes of Shiva are the serpent around his neck. Mahanadan deity is very special since the lingam has serpent embossed on the surface. He is very special in the geography of the deity’s location where shrine is facing the temple pond and the construction the temple is with open roof which makes the deity exposed to rain and sun light.


Shivaratri

Shivaratri in every lunar month on its 13th night/14th day, but once a year in late winter (February/March) and before the arrival of spring, marks Maha Shivaratri which means “the Great Night of Shiva”.

Pooja

108 Dhara, Bhasmabhishekam and Mruthyumjayahomam are the main poojas for Mahanadan.