The main deity of the Kunnel Devi Temple is Goddess Devi, a fierce form of Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva. Devotees worship Devi seeking her protection, strength, and blessings for overall well-being.
Devotees from different parts of the district and neighboring regions visit the temple to seek the blessings of Goddess Devi.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Pongala
Pongala is a significant ritual where devotees, mainly women, gather to prepare a special offering called Pongala in clay pots, typically made of rice, jaggery, coconut, and other ingredients. This offering is cooked on open fires as a form of worship to the presiding deity.
Annual Festival
The festival typically features beautifully crafted and brightly decorated structures mounted on chariots or tall wooden frames, adorned with colorful cloth, ornaments, and traditional artwork.
Contact Address: Chenneerkkara Kunnel Devi Temple, Pathanamthitta
