It was in this form that the lord tested Arjuna's devotion, by appearing as a hunter and challenging him to a duel.

According to a popular lore, once the army of Mysore, led by Tipu Sultan, attacked the Kuttumucku temple.

[citation needed] In most of the temples in Kerala, Ganapathy is a regular fixture as an upadeva of the main installation.

There is a big granite stone in front of the shrine, placed in an inclined position, used in the ritual of breaking coconuts, considered very dear to Sastha.

In front of the shrine arrangements are made for "malayidal" and "kettunira" for Sabarimala pilgrimage during Mandala season.

It is the last of the long series of rituals of kalasam and at the end, the flag will be hoisted (Kodiyettam) heralding the Utsavam.