Analitivu Iyanar Temple

Analaitivu is one of the islets that abut the peninsula of Jaffna. The guardian deity of this islet is Lord Aiyanar whose temple is found there. This temple is supposed to be the biggest temple dedicated to Lord Aiyanar in Sri Lanka. The significant tree of this temple is the KOOLA tree. “Theerththam”, sacred water used for ceremonial purposes is a portion of the Indian Ocean.

Although this is a rural temple, the Poojas are held in accordance with the agamic rules. The annual high festivals are held for ten days commencing on the fifth day from the New Moon (day) (Sukkila Padcham 5th day) to the Full moon day.

It will be a wonderful sight to witness the worshippers performing Kavadi dance and other forms of penance in fulfillment of their vows. On the car festival day, Lord Aiyanar is carried in a car with artistic carvings and Godly images on it.

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