The Dharmasastha temple of Cherpalchery is very ancient and more than 1000 years old. It has great historical importance also. Ganapathy, Lord Siva, Brahmarakshus etc are the sub-deities of the temple. Navagrahas are also given prime importance here. The legend of this temple is related with a Brahmin who did not have any children. So, he went to Perumanath in Trissur district and decided to meditate on Sree Dharmasastha of Thiruvallakavu. He continued meditation for many years. After many years of deep meditation, he returned to his house. In the very next morning, when he got up, he saw the sword of Sree Dharmasasta in the
more courtyard of the Mana. The moment he touched the Sword, it disappeared into the ground. Immediately Lord Ayyappa appeared in a Swayambhu form. The poor brahmin offered Ada to the Lord. The rice flour was kept by the brahmin for daily pooja. The Lord was pleased and blessed him with a son. The son also became devoted to Lord Ayyappa. And he remained a Brahmachari. This mana became a temple later. The courtyard became the Sreekovil and Nalukett became the Thidapally. Later on, the temple became famous. This Ada offering is very famous even today. Pregnant women come and pray here for good progeny. The festival of this temple is celebrated in the month of Kumba during the star Utram. The festival ends on the 10th day with arrattu.
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