Ponnaram Thottam Devi Temple

Ponnaram Thottam Devi Temple, situated in Mavelikkara, is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy or Devi and is located in the Alappuzha district of Kerala.

She is worshipped with great reverence by devotees seeking protection, prosperity, and blessings for their families.The temple's annual Pathamudayam festival, celebrated on the 10th day of Meda Masam, holds great significance. Constructed in the typical Kerala architectural style, the temple features a nalambalam, namaskara mandapam, west-facing chathura sreekovil, and shrines of upa devatas. During its annual festival, various Tantric pujas and rituals are performed, along with cultural events such as Melam, Jeevitha ezhunnallathu, temple art forms, lamps, and processions. Additionally, the temple observes Navratri and Thrikarthika festivals as part of its religious calendar.

Festivals

Thrikarthika

During Thrikarthika, devotees typically light oil lamps or diyas in and around their homes and temples to symbolize the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. It is also observed as a day to worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and devotees often fast and visit temples to seek their blessings.

Navaratri

During Navaratri, the Ponnaram Thottam Devi Temple in Mavelikkara, Alappuzha district, comes alive with colorful decorations, devotional music, and elaborate rituals dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy. Devotees flock to the temple to pay homage to the goddess and seek her blessings for health, wealth, and happiness.