Kumaranchira Devi Temple Kollam

Situated in Sooranadu Thekku Patharam, a village in Kollam district, Kerala, India.

The presiding deity of the temple is Goddess Bhagavathy. In Hindu mythology, Bhagavathy is revered as the goddess of power and is worshipped in various forms across India.

 Kumaranchira  Devi Temple Kollam

The temple holds significant religious importance for the local community and attracts devotees from nearby areas who come to seek the blessings of the goddess for prosperity, protection, and well-being.

Festivals

The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :

Aswathy Kuda

The Aswathy Kuda Festival at Kumaranchira Devi Temple is an annual celebration during the Meenam month. It honors Goddess Bhagavathy with rituals, processions, and cultural events. Devotees seek blessings for prosperity and protection, while enjoying music and dance. It's a time for community unity and spiritual reflection. For precise details, consulting local sources or temple authorities is recommended.

Pongala

Pongala is a traditional ritual in Kerala where women prepare a sweet offering called "Pongala" in clay pots as an offering to the goddess. This ritual is commonly associated with Attukal Bhagavathy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, where millions of women gather every year to participate in the Pongala festival, which holds the Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of women. During Pongala, the streets around the temple are filled with women cooking the offering, creating a spectacular sight of unity and devotion.

Contact Address: Kumaranchira Devi Temple, Kumaranchira Rd, Kollam Kerala 690522

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