The main deity worshipped at the Elamakkara Bala Bhadra Devi Temple is Goddess Bala Bhadra Devi, who is revered for her fierce and protective nature. Devotees visit the temple to offer prayers and seek blessings from the goddess for protection, prosperity, and well-being.
The sanctum sanctorum houses the idol of Goddess Bala Bhadra Devi, adorned with offerings and decorations during festivals and rituals.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Uthram Maholsavam
The Uthram Maholsavam at the Elamakkara Bala Bhadra Devi Temple in Ernakulam district, Kerala, is a vibrant festival celebrated with great fervor. Devotees participate in colorful processions, traditional music performances, and various rituals dedicated to Goddess Bala Bhadra Devi. The festival fosters a sense of unity and devotion among worshippers, as they gather to seek blessings and celebrate the divine presence of the goddess.
Thalapoli
Thalapoli, a traditional ritual in Kerala, involves young girls or women carrying decorated trays with offerings such as flowers, lamps, and fruits on their heads. This ceremonial procession is often part of temple festivals, weddings, and other auspicious occasions. Thalapoli symbolizes purity, grace, and devotion, and the participants are usually dressed in traditional attire, accompanied by music and chanting.
Contact Address: Elamakkara Bala Bhadra Devi Temple, Elamakkara, Ernakulam, Kerala
