The Mankombu Sree Bhagavathy Temple is a renowned Hindu shrine with a rich history spanning nearly 1,000 years.The presiding deity is Goddess Bhagavathy, revered for her power and benevolence.
Daily poojas, abhishekams, and special ceremonies are performed to honor the goddess. Devotees offer traditional items like flowers, lamps, and coconuts, seeking blessings for prosperity, health, and protection.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Meena Bharani Maholsavam
The Meena Bharani Maholsavam at Mankombu Sree Bhagavathy Temple is a grand festival celebrated in the Malayalam month of Meenam. This festival is marked by elaborate rituals, cultural performances, and processions, attracting a large number of devotees who come to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhagavathy. Highlights of the festival include Thalapoli processions, traditional music and dance performances, and various poojas, creating a vibrant and spiritually charged atmosphere.
Thalapoli
Thalapoli at the Mankombu Sree Bhagavathy Temple is a vibrant and significant ritual where women carry offerings of lighted lamps, flowers, and grains in beautifully decorated plates. This ceremonial procession, accompanied by traditional music and drumming, is a highlight of the temple's festivals, symbolizing devotion and the seeking of blessings from Goddess Bhagavathy.
Contact Address: Mankombu Sree Bhagavathy Temple, Kuttanadu, Alappuzha, Kerala
