The structure of the temple depicts the ancient architectural style of Kerala. It has got all that makes it a Mahakshetram (Great Temple). The huge outer wall has four gates opening to the four sides and the eastern door is used for entering inside the temple. The Anapanthal, the granite pathway for circumambulating the temple, the copper covered flag pole, the Balikkalpura which is unique as it never gets too hot or cold because of its structural nature, the Vilakkumadam where the lamps are fixed all around the temple, the Mandapam or the platform in front of the Sanctum Sanctorum, all these make it a special place of worship.
Anapanthal The Anapanthal is the place where the caparisoned elephant stands bearing the idol of the Lord. During festival, every day evening, 'Seva' (nagaswara kacheri – instrumental music which is used by nagaswaram and thakil) will be conducted in front of the idol. Many cultural programs like Ottanthullal, Koodiyattam, etc. are performed in the Anapanthal during fastivals.
Flag Pole (Kodimaram) The flag pole in the temple is built strictly according to the architectural norms for temple structures. The length of the pole is eleven times the length of the door of the Sanctum Sanctorum. One part of the pole is under the ground and the other ten parts stand perpendicular to the ground. The flag pole is likened to the back bone of the deity. The Paras (drum shaped copper structures that cover the pole), the belts holding them, the Padma Peedam (a seat with the shape of a lotus) and the idol of Garuda, the vehicle of Mahavishnu on the top makes it a perfect flag post. On the ground, the base consists of different parts like Paadukam, Jagathy, Kumudam, Kumudappadi, Galam, Utharam, Valaru, Kapotham, Vedika and Padmam. It is made up of the Pancha Varga, the five elements of nature with the Ashtadikpaalakaas (the eight keepers of the eight directions) mounted on it.