The main deity of the temple is Goddess Bhagavathy, a revered form of Adi Parashakti, known for her protective and benevolent qualities. Goddess Bhagavathy is worshipped as the supreme feminine energy, embodying creation, preservation, and destruction. Devotees seek her blessings for prosperity, protection, and overall well-being.
Chethikattu Bhagavathi Temple is a significant spiritual center where various rituals and festivals are celebrated with devotion.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navaratri Maholsavam
The Navaratri Maholsavam at Chethikattu Bhagavathi Temple is a grand celebration featuring various rituals and cultural activities. The festival includes the Navaratri Pooja, where devotees perform special prayers and offerings to Goddess Bhagavathy. Highlights of the celebration include Vidyarambham, the initiation of young children into the world of learning, and Poojaveyppu, along with a series of cultural programs showcasing traditional music, dance, and art.
Thrikkarthika
Thrikkarthika is celebrated at Chethikattu Bhagavathi Temple, with great fervor and devotion. During this festival, thousands of oil lamps are lit throughout the temple premises, creating a mesmerizing and divine ambiance as devotees offer prayers to Goddess Bhagavathy for prosperity and well-being.
Contact Address: Chethikattu Bhagavathi Temple, Maravanthuruthu, Alappuzha, Kerala 686143
