Mandala seasons commences on the 1st day of Vrichikam. Panjagavya abhishekam will be done during this period to Lord Guruvayurappan. Kazhchaseeveil thrice a day became a part of this season. On the last day Kalabhattam is conducted. This is the time that is most auspicious for bhajanam. The devotees of Ayyappa also flock to the temple now. Guruvayur Ekadasi, Narayaneeyam, Melpathur prathima sthapanadinam etc. , are celebrated in this period.