The temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali Bhagavathi, revered for her fierce and protective nature.
This temple is a significant spiritual site, attracting numerous devotees who seek the blessings of Goddess Bhadrakali Bhagavathi.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Theyyam Thira Kaliyattam Festival
The annual Theyyam Thira Kaliyattam festival at Kotholi Bhagavathy Temple spans three days during the Malayalam month of Medam. It features performances of various Theyyam rituals, including Oorpazhassi Theyyam, Bhagavathy Theyyam, and Vettakkorumakan Theyyam. These vibrant and spiritually charged ceremonies attract devotees and spectators alike, celebrating the rich cultural heritage and religious fervor of the region.
Thrikarthika
Thrikarthika, also known as Karthigai Deepam, is a festival celebrated predominantly in South India, especially in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. It falls on the day when the Karthika Nakshatra coincides with Purnima in the Tamil month of Karthigai. During Thrikarthika, devotees light rows of oil lamps in and around their homes and temples to invoke blessings and dispel darkness. It is considered auspicious for worshiping Lord Shiva and Goddess Kartikeya, fostering a spiritual atmosphere of illumination and divine grace.
Contact Address: Sree Rayaramangalam Temple, Thottam-Padne Road, Pilicode, Kasaragod, Kerala 671310