Maruthamonpally Maha Vishnu Temple is located around 24 km
east of Kollam town. The annual festival in the temple is observed in Malayalam
Kumbham month. The rituals and poojas attract hundreds of devotees.
The annual festival is noted for various rituals and
offerings.
Thousands of people arrive on the day to witness various
rituals and festivities.
Traditional performing arts, music and dance are staged
during the period.
The temple is traditionally decorated with plantain, coconut
leaves, flowers, leaves, traditional lamps and lights.
The festival ends with arattu.