It is dedicated to the goddess Bhagavathy, a form of the Hindu goddess Durga. The temple is an important religious and cultural center in the region, attracting devotees and visitors from nearby areas and beyond.
Sree Kumbalath Bhagavathy Temple holds various rituals, festivals, and cultural events throughout the year, which draw large crowds of devotees and tourists.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thalappoli Maholsavam
Thalappoli ritual involves women and young girls carrying thalams (plates) filled with rice, flowers, and a lighted lamp. The thalam symbolizes prosperity, auspiciousness, and devotion. The rice represents abundance and fertility, while the flowers are offerings of beauty and purity. The lighted lamp symbolizes the presence of the divine and the dispelling of darkness and negativity.
Pakal Pooram
During Pakal Pooram, decorated elephants play a central role in the festivities. They are adorned with traditional ornaments and colorful decorative items, and they participate in processions around the temple premises. The elephants are accompanied by percussion ensembles, including the traditional Panchavadyam and Thayambaka performances, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Contact Address: Sree Kumbalath Bhagavathy Temple, Elookkara - Kayntikkara Rd, Muppathadom, Aluva, Ernakulam Kerala 683110
phone: 90743 01768
