The temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, a revered form of the divine mother goddess in Hinduism. Bhagavathy is worshipped for her protective and nurturing qualities, symbolizing strength and benevolence.
The temple reflects traditional Kerala architecture with a sanctum sanctorum where the deity resides, along with a namaskara mandapam for devotees to offer their prayers and seek blessings.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thalapoli Maholsavam
During the Thalapoli Maholsavam at Nayarambalam Bhagavathy Temple in Makaram, the procession features women and girls carrying traditional lamps and offerings, creating a colorful and spiritually significant event. The festival also includes Theyyattu performances. These rituals and cultural festivities draw large crowds, fostering a sense of community and devotion among participants and spectators alike.
Kumbha Bharani Aghosham
Kumbha Bharani Aghosham at Nayarambalam Bhagavathy Temple involves elaborate rituals and ceremonies. The Udayasthamana Pooja is performed, a unique ritual where continuous prayers and offerings are made from sunrise to sunset. Deepalankaram, the lighting of traditional lamps throughout the temple premises, symbolizes the dispelling of darkness and the invocation of divine blessings. Pongala, a sacred offering of boiled rice, jaggery, coconut, and other ingredients cooked in earthen pots, is prepared by devotees during the festival as a gesture of gratitude and devotion to the goddess.
Contact Address: Nayarambalam Bhagavathy Temple, Nayarambalam, Kochi, Ernakulam, Kerala 682509
Phone Number: 94465 37811
