Padayani, an annual ritualistic performance, is a prominent feature of the temple's festivities. Alongside the presiding deity, Goddess Durga Devi, other deities worshipped include Mahadevan, Dharma Sastha, Ganapathy, Yakshiamma, and Brahmmarakshas.
The temple's proximity to Chengannur town makes it easily accessible to devotees seeking divine blessings and spiritual solace.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Padayani
Padayani is the primary festival celebrated over a period of 10 days in the Malayalam month of Meenam (March-April), leading up to the auspicious Thiruvathira star day. This vibrant festival is deeply rooted in Kerala's culture and tradition, characterized by colorful processions, mesmerizing music, and captivating performances. Devotees pay homage to goddess Bhadrakali Devi through elaborate rituals, including Kolam Thullal, where divine and evil characters are depicted on areca palm sheaths using natural dyes.
Kolam Thullal
Kolam Thullal plays a central role in the Padayani festival, where divine and evil characters are depicted on areca palm sheaths using traditional designs and natural dyes. These vibrant portrayals are performed at temples to honor and appease the goddess Bhadrakali Devi. Various forms of Kolam, such as Yakshi, Pakshi, Madan, Marutha, Kalan Kolam, and Bhairavi, are showcased during the festival, each with its unique significance.
Contact Address: Othera Puthukulangara Devi Temple, Tiruvalla, Pazhayakaavu Parumoottilkadavu Rd, Othera, Kerala 689546
Phone Number: 094466 85641
