The temple is dedicated to Goddess Annapoorneswari, also known as Annapurna, who is a revered form of Goddess Parvati. She symbolizes food, nourishment, and abundance.
As the divine provider of sustenance, she is worshipped by devotees seeking prosperity and fulfillment of basic needs. In this temple, the goddess is believed to bless her devotees with physical, emotional, and spiritual nourishment.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Mandala Maasam
During the Mandala Maasam observance at Panikketty Sree Annapoorneswari Temple, several sacred rituals are performed to invoke divine blessings. These include the Ashtadravya Mahaganapathi Homam, a powerful offering to Lord Ganesha using eight auspicious items, and the Mrityunjaya Homam, performed to seek protection from untimely death and promote health and longevity. Special poojas and devotional observances throughout the season attract numerous devotees, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
Annual Ulsavam
The Annual Ulsavam at Panikketty Sree Annapoorneswari Temple is celebrated with great devotion and community participation, typically during the Malayalam month of Meenam. The festival includes vibrant rituals, traditional music like melam, processions, and cultural performances that honor Goddess Annapoorneswari. The festivities culminate with aarattu (ritual bath of the deity), marking the divine conclusion of the celebration.
Contact Address: Panikketty Sree Annapoorneswari Temple, Kizhupillikkara, Azhimavu, Thrissur, Kerala
