She is worshipped as a manifestation of Goddess Shakti, representing power and protection. The temple holds significant cultural and religious importance in the region, attracting devotees from various parts of Kerala.
The deity, Mariyamman, is believed to bestow blessings for health, prosperity, and protection from diseases and misfortunes. The temple conducts regular rituals, prayers, and festivals to honor the goddess and seek her divine grace.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Mariyamman Pooja Maholsavam
The Mariyamman Pooja Maholsavam, celebrated during the Malayalam month of Medam, is a significant festival at the Palakkode Sree Mariyamman Temple in Ottappalam, Palakkad. During this festival, devotees gather to worship the goddess Mariyamman with fervor and devotion, seeking her blessings for health, prosperity, and protection.
Anayoottu
Anayoottu, where elephants are fed as a symbol of reverence to Lord Ganesha. Additionally, during this event, other sacred rituals such as Prathyaksha Ganapathi Homam, Gajapooja, and Prasadam Oottu are also conducted. These rituals add to the spiritual significance of the occasion and contribute to the divine atmosphere of the temple.
Contact Address: Palakkode Sree Mariyamman Temple, Chalavara Road, Ottappalam,
Palakkad
