Ayyappan is the son of Shiva and Mohini, and a warrior who fought against evil and protected Dharma. He is worshipped in Sabarimala and other places, and has various names and iconography across regions. Read the story of Lord Ayyappa , a powerful deity worshipped in southern India, is known as the divine son of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. His sacred temple at Sabarimala, Kerala, draws millions of devotees every year. Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa , is the most famous and prominent among all the Sastha temples in Kerala. The temple is situated on a hilltop (about 3000 feet above sea level) named Sabarimala in Pathanamthitta district, which is unique. The temple is open to people belonging to all religions. Excited by this sight the devotees begin to chant " Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa ". A Star never seen before in the sky appears on the day of Makarajyothi day before the sighting of the Jyoti. A Jyoti is seen for a little time on the hilltop showing the presence of Swami Ayyappan gracing his devotees.
