The presiding deity of the temple is Goddess Bhagavathy, revered as a powerful and multifaceted deity. She is regarded as the goddess of spiritual fulfillment and is also believed to preside over the destruction of the universe.
Cheriyil Devi Temple is a significant place of worship for devotees seeking spiritual fulfillment and divine blessings. The temple is a hub for various religious activities and rituals, attracting devotees from near and far.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Prathishta Vaarshikam
The Prathishta Vaarshikam at Cheriyil Devi Temple is celebrated with great fervor in the month of Mithunam. The festivities include abhishekam, special poojas, and various rituals performed with devotion and reverence. Devotees from different regions gather to participate in these ceremonies, seeking blessings and spiritual fulfillment from Goddess Bhagavathy.
Kumbha Thiruvathira Maholsavam
The Kumbha Thiruvathira Maholsavam at Cheriyil Devi Temple is a vibrant and spiritually enriching celebration. The festivities include Bhagavatha Parayanam, Lalitha Sahasra Nama Parayanam, Kalamezhuthum Pattum, Deeparadhana, Kalasha Pooja, and Ezhunnallath Vilakku. Devotees participate enthusiastically in these rituals, which are performed with deep devotion and culminate in a grand procession, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere of the temple.
Contact Address: Cheriyil Devi Temple, Kottarakkara Sasthamcotta Road, Puthoor, Kollam, Kerala 691507
Phone Number: 97479 98384