The main deity worshipped at Elinjakulam Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy Temple is Goddess Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy, also known as Devi or Durga. She is revered for her protective and nurturing qualities.
The temple celebrates various festivals throughout the year, with special emphasis on annual festivals and Navaratri.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Meena Bharani Maholsavam
Meena Bharani Maholsavam at Elinjakulam Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy Temple in Cherayi, Ernakulam, is a sacred festival observed during the Malayalam month of Meenam. It includes special rituals and ceremonies dedicated to Goddess Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy, attracting devotees who seek blessings and participate in traditional worship practices to invoke divine grace and prosperity.
Mandala Chirappu Maholsavam
Mandala Chirappu Maholsavam at Elinjakulam Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy Temple in Cherayi, Ernakulam, is a significant festival celebrated during the Mandalam season. Devotees gather to witness the ceremonial opening of the Mandalam season with elaborate rituals, cultural programs, and offerings to Goddess Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy, marking a period of heightened spiritual devotion and community participation.
Contact Address: Elinjakulam Sri Balabhadra Bhagavathy Temple, Gowreeswara, Cherai, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala 682501
