Dedicated to Goddess Devi, a revered deity in Hinduism, particularly worshipped for her fierce yet compassionate nature, symbolizing strength and protection. She is widely venerated across India, embodying the divine feminine energy and virtues of courage and righteousness.
Devotees offer a variety of offerings to the deity, such as flowers, fruits, incense, and symbolic items, as gestures of devotion and gratitude.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thalapoli
Thalapoli at Kuruvananchery Devi Temple in Vridhavan Colony, Kozhikode, is a vibrant and culturally significant event. During Thalapoli, women and young girls dress in traditional attire and carry plates filled with flowers, rice, and lamps as an offering to Goddess Bhagavathy. The procession, accompanied by traditional music and rituals, reflects deep devotion and adds a festive atmosphere to the temple, attracting numerous devotees who participate in the celebration and seek the blessings of the Goddess.
Pongala
Pongala at Kuruvananchery Devi Temple in Vridhavan Colony, Kozhikode, is a significant and devout event where women gather to prepare a special offering for Goddess Bhagavathy. This ritual involves cooking a sweet dish made of rice, jaggery, and coconut in earthen pots, symbolizing devotion and gratitude. The cooked Pongala is then offered to the deity, and the event is marked by a communal spirit, with devotees seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being.
Contact Address: Kuruvananchery Devi Temple, Vridhavan Colony,Kozhikode, Kerala
