കാടവത്ത് ശ്രീ ദുർഗ്ഗാ ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ കൊല്ലം പുഴുവിൽ പൂയം മഹോത്സവം 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 28 മുതൽ മാർച്ച് 2 വരെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
പൂയം മഹോത്സവം 2026 കാടവത്ത് ശ്രീ ദുർഗ്ഗാ ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Pooyam Mahotsavam 2026 Kadavath Sree Durga Devi Temple Kollam
The Pooyam Mahotsavam at Kadavath Sree Durga Devi Temple in Kollam is one of the most anticipated spiritual and cultural celebrations in the region drawing devotees and tourists alike to witness the grandeur of traditional rituals and festivities.The festival is dedicated to Goddess Durga revered as the divine mother who protects her devotees from evil and bestows prosperity, courage and well being.
The festival begins with special poojas and homams where priests perform intricate rituals invoking the blessings of the goddess. Devotees participate in these ceremonies with devotion, offering flowers, coconuts, and other traditional offerings. A key highlight of the festival is the cultural programs which include classical music and dance performances, folk art presentations and vibrant processions that showcase Kerala’s rich heritage. Traditional ensembles such as Chenda Melam and Panchavadyam fill the temple premises with rhythmic energy creating a spiritually charged atmosphere.
Another significant feature of the Pooyam Mahotsavam is the community participation as local residents and devotees from nearby villages contribute to organizing the events, preparing prasadam (sacred food offerings), and decorating the temple premises with colorful lights and floral arrangements. The festival also provides an opportunity for devotees to seek guidance and blessings from the temple priests, as well as to engage in acts of charity and devotion.
The festival’s conclusion is marked with ceremonial rituals and processions where the deity is taken around the temple in a grand procession accompanied by devotional songs and traditional percussion. The Pooyam Mahotsavam at Kadavath Sree Durga Devi Temple is not only a spiritual event but also a celebration of Kerala’s culture, devotion and community spirit leaving a lasting impression on all who attend.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Special Poojas and Rituals
• Abhishekam
• Annadanam
• Cultural Programmes and Performing Arts
• Traditional Music & Melam
• Devotional Bhajans and Chanting
• Caparisoned Elephants & Processions
• Flower Offerings & Rituals by Devotees
• Arattu
Temple Location
📍 Kadavath Sree Durga Devi Temple, Vallikavu, Kerala 690525.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Vallikavu – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Vallikavu Bus Stop – 1 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Karunagappally Railway Station – 10 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 100 Km
