The temple is dedicated to Goddess Karthyayani, a warrior deity born to vanquish evil spirits.
The temple is known for its vibrant celebrations, attracting numerous devotees who come to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhagavathy and participate in the traditional worship practices that honor her divine presence.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thrikkarthika Vilakku Maholsavam
Thrikkarthika Vilakku Maholsavam with great devotion and grandeur. The festival includes the Akhandanamajapam, a continuous chanting of mantras, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere. Devotees are also offered Prasadam Oottu, a communal meal, and participate in the Deeparadhana, the ceremonial lighting of lamps, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and invoking the blessings of Goddess Karthyayani.
Pongala
Pongala is a significant offering made to Goddess Karthyayani at the Sree Karthyayani Devi Temple in Anjur, Thrissur, Kerala, especially during the Thrikkarthika Vilakku Maholsavam. Devotees, primarily women, cook sweet rice pudding in earthen pots as an act of devotion, preparing it with rice, jaggery, coconut, and ghee. This offering is believed to invoke the blessings of the goddess, promoting prosperity and well-being for the devotees and their families.
Contact Address: Sree Karthyayani Devi Temple, East nada. Anjur, post, mundur, Thrissur, Kerala 680541
Phone Number: 9846004350
