കണ്ണൂരിലെ മടയി കാവ് ശ്രീ തിരുവർക്കാട്ടു കാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ മകരഭരണി ഭഗവതി ദേവിയോടുള്ള ആഴത്തിലുള്ള ഭക്തിയോടെയും പ്രത്യേക പൂജകളും പരമ്പരാഗത ആചാരങ്ങളോടെയും കൂടി ആചരിക്കുന്ന ഒരു പ്രധാന വാർഷിക ഉത്സവമാണ്.
മകര വിളക്ക് കണ്ണൂര് മടായി കാവ് ശ്രീ തിരുവര്ക്കാട്ട് കാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തില് | Makara Bharani Madayi Kavu Sri Thiruvarkkaattu Kaavu Bhagavati Temple Kannur
Makara Bharani is one of the most spiritually significant and widely observed festivals at Madayi Kavu Sri Thiruvarkkaattu Kaavu Bhagavati Temple in Kannur district of Kerala. Celebrated during the Malayalam month of Makaram when the Bharani nakshatra aligns, this festival draws a large number of devotees who gather to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhagavati, the presiding deity of the temple. The day is considered highly auspicious as Bharani star is closely associated with powerful Devi worship and intense spiritual energy.
The festival is marked by elaborate temple rituals and special poojas performed from early morning. Devotees offer various traditional vazhipaads such as pushpanjali, chuttuvilakku, archana and nivedyam, believing that prayers offered on Makara Bharani bring protection, prosperity and fulfillment of wishes. The temple atmosphere during the festival is charged with devotion, accompanied by the rhythmic chanting of mantras and the sound of traditional temple instruments.
A notable aspect of Makara Bharani celebrations is the participation of devotees from nearby villages and distant places reflecting the temple’s long-standing cultural and spiritual influence in North Kerala. Women devotees play a significant role in the observances offering prayers for family well being, health and harmony. The rituals follow age old customs preserved through generations highlighting the temple’s deep-rooted heritage.
Cultural and traditional art forms often add to the festive spirit enhancing the devotional ambiance of the temple premises. The festival also serves as a reminder of the strong bond between the temple and the local community as volunteers actively support the smooth conduct of rituals and crowd management. Annadanam and distribution of prasadam further emphasize the values of sharing and devotion associated with the occasion.
Temple Location
📍 Madayi Kavu Sri Thiruvarkkaattu Kaavu Bhagavati Temple , Madayi Para, Pazhayangadi, Kerala 670303.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Madayi Town – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Madayi Bus Stop – 1 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Payangadi Railway Station – 2.5 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Kannur International Airport – 50 Km
Contact
📞 0497 278 0722
