ॐ HISTORY & LEGACY

About Our Samooham

Sree Mahaganapathy Temple

The Avanavancherry Sree Mahaganapathy Temple is a spiritual beacon situated in Avanavancherry Gramam, Attingal, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala (PIN 695103).

The temple houses a centuries-old presiding deity, 'Maha Ganapathy', who has been guiding and blessing the community for generations. Alongside Lord Ganapathy, due prominence is accorded to Lord Siva and Lord Vishnu, making it a center for diverse spiritual worship.

Controlling Body

The temple and its administration are under the devoted control of the Avanavancherry Grama Brahmana Samooham Trust.

Lord Ganapathy
Community Gathering

Avanavancherry Grama Samooham

The Avanavancherry Grama Samooham is the heart of the local community. It is a centuries-old social group of Tamil Brahmins who have preserved their culture and traditions in Avanavancherry for more than five generations.

Brahmin Settlements

The settlements are historically spread across three main streets:

  • Avanavancherry Gramam (Double Street)
  • Palla Theruvu
  • Gramathin Mukku

Their forefathers established Bylaw norms and standards for the upliftment of the community, ensuring that the traditions and the presiding deities of the Gramam are honored and protected.

Poojas & Ceremonies

The Samooham is responsible for daily poojas and conducts various religious and community activities throughout the year to foster spiritual growth and community bonding.

Rudra Ekadasini
(For Lord Siva)
Bhagavathy Seva
(For Lord Devi)
Sasthapreethi
Vinayaka Chathurdhi
Navarathri Pooja
Krishna Jayanthi
Aadi Pooja
Yegur Veda Upa Karma
(Avani Avittam)