Gau Shala (Sacred Cow Sanctuary)

The Gau Shala at Sree Dharmashasthagiri Ayyappa Temple is a sacred sanctuary dedicated to the loving care, protection, and preservation of Gau Mata, who is revered in Sanatana Dharma as the embodiment of compassion, prosperity, and divine blessings.

At present, our Gau Shala is home to 10 indigenous and other cherished breeds of cows, including Gir, Hallikar, Punganur, Vechur, and Jersey. Each cow is cared for with devotion, ensuring a healthy and nurturing environment that reflects the temple's commitment to Gau Seva.

Devotees from various places visit the Gau Shala to spend time with the cows, offer fruits and green fodder, and participate in this sacred service. Feeding Gau Mata is regarded as a highly meritorious act that brings peace, prosperity, good health, and divine blessings to individuals and their families.

Gau Pooja

Special Gau Pooja is performed on:

Devotees can also book a Gau Pooja in the name of themselves or their family members to seek blessings for:

Support Gau Seva

The maintenance and care of the Gau Shala are made possible through the generous support of devotees and well-wishers. Contributions towards the feeding, shelter, healthcare, and overall welfare of the cows are gratefully welcomed and are considered a sacred act of Dharma.

By participating in Gau Seva, devotees become part of a noble tradition of protecting and serving Gau Mata, earning immense spiritual merit and the blessings of the Divine.

"गावो विश्वस्य मातरः"
"The cows are the universal mothers of all beings."

May the blessings of Gau Mata and Lord Sree Dharma Shastha fill every home with peace, prosperity, good health, and divine grace.

॥ गोमाते नमः ॥ 🐄