Description
The Mannarasala Temple is a temple dedicated to the devotees of Serpent Gods located in Kerala. Located on a six-acre land in the midst of a lush green environment, the Sarppakkavu (serpent grove) Vetticode Nagaraja Temple has Nagaraja and Nagayakshi as the principal deities.
History
It is said that the King of Kalakkad visited the temple, seeking a cure for his leprosy. Upon completing his penance in front of the status of the serpent king, he was miraculously cured. In gratitude, the king ordered the repair and expansion of the temple, and made it into the current majestic structure that it is today. As per the legend Sree Nagaraja Swami Temple at Vetticode was consecrated by Lord Parasurama. The temple located near Kayamkulam in Alappuzha district of Kerala is visited by hundreds of devotees on a daily basis.
Festivals/Events/Gatherings