Sambhulingeswara Kalyanotsavam
The Kalyanotsavam of Sambhulingeswara is celebrated during Mahasivaratri
for five days. On the first day, Prabhas are taken out in procession.
Kalyanam, village procession, Rathotsavam Ponnaseva, Vasantotsavam and Pavalimpuseva are performed on the following days.
Cash, silver and gold ornaments, coconuts, fruits and flowers are offered to the
Lord. Devotees also offer cows and calves, tying - them to the
Dhwajasthambha in fulfillment of their vows. It is believed that childless
women who perform puja for five days, wearing wet clothes, would be
blessed with children. Fasting and Jagaranam are also observed. A large
five-day fair including a cattle fair is held near the temple.
