The primary deity worshipped at Perinkonnu Sri Pulimpidavu Chuzhali Bhagavathi Temple is Goddess Devi, specifically revered as Bhagavathi. She is worshipped for her protective and nurturing attributes, believed to bless devotees with prosperity, health, and happiness.
The temple conducts regular poojas and rituals to honor Goddess Devi, including daily offerings and special ceremonies during festivals.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Pattulsavam
Pattulsavam, observed in the month of Kumbham (February-March), is a vibrant festival at many temples in Kerala, highlighted by rituals such as Kalavara Nirakkal, where the temple storehouse is ceremonially opened to offer new items to the deity. The festival also includes Ghoshayatra, a colorful procession with traditional music, and Niramala Deeparadhana, the lighting of oil lamps across the temple grounds to symbolize spiritual illumination and Annadanam
Navaratri Akhosham
During Navaratri Akhosham, which spans nine nights, devotees observe Saraswathy Pooja to honor Goddess Saraswathi for wisdom and learning. Vaahana Pooja involves the ceremonial worship of vehicles used in processions, ensuring safe travels and auspicious journeys. Vidyarambham marks the initiation of young children into the world of education, symbolized by their first writing in grains of rice or sand, underlining the festival's focus on knowledge and spiritual growth.
Contact Address: Perinkonnu Sri Pulimpidavu Chuzhali Bhagavathi Temple, Chengalayi Perinkonnu Road, Kannur, Kerala 670631
