കൊടുങ്ങല്ലൂർകാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിലെ താലപ്പൊലി മഹോത്സവം മകരമാസത്തിൽ (ജനുവരി-ഫെബ്രുവരി) 4 ദിവസം നീണ്ടുനിൽക്കുന്ന ഒരു വാർഷിക ഉത്സവമാണ്.
താലപ്പൊലി 2025 | കൊടുങ്ങല്ലൂർകാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം തൃശൂർ | Thalapoli 2025 | Kodungallurkavu Bhagavathy Temple Thrissur
Kodungallur Bhadrakali (Bhagavathy) temple is considered as the Mother shrine for a large number of Bhadrakali temples established throughout Kerala. Among the legends, the earliest one is that the temple
was established by Lord Parasurama. He had established four Goddess Bhagavathy temples at Kanyakumari (that of Balambika), Kodungallur (that of Lokambika), Palakkad (that of Hemambika) and
Kollur in Karnataka (that of Mookambika).
Among these, the fiercest form is that of the Goddess at Kodungallur. Another legend is that the dynast Cheran Chenkuttuvan had installed the image of Kannaki,
later known as Kodungallur Bhagavathy. However, historians disagree with this story. When Srimad
Sankaracharya visited the temple, he experienced the divine powers of the deity and hence he installed
the Meru Chakra, which was worshipped by him, at the original seat of the temple and closed the room. It
is opened only on special occasions. He also prescribed the rituals to be followed in the temple.
During
Mysorean invasions, the temple was destroyed, but the power of Goddess was invoked in a sword before
the attack and kept in a nearby Illam (Brahmin house). When Tippu retreated, the power of the Goddess
was re-invoked and temple was renovated. The temple belonged to Kodungallur Kovilakam (royal family)
till 1949. In 1950, Cochin Devaswom Board took over the temple administration.It is believed that the name Kodungallur was derived from Kodi-linga-puram (the land of 10 million Siva
lingas). Historians are of opinion that this place was perhaps the revenue collection centrer of Kudakons
(customs duty of the Chera rulers) for the goods coming to the nearby port and hence the place known as
Kudakonallur which later shortened to Kodungallur. In ancient period, the place was known in different
names.
Jangli, Gingaleh, Cyngilin, Shinkali, Chinkli, Jinkali, Shenkala, Cynkali are some of them.
Columguria, Kudalingapuram, Kodunkaliyur, Thiruvallur, Ravivisvapuram, Balakreetapuram are some
other ancient names. To the Greeks and Romans it was Muziris. It was referred to as Muchiripattanam in
Tamil works and epics. During the reign of Cheras the place was known as Mahodayapuram or
Mahodayapattanam. Another name given to the place is Thiruvanchikulam. The British called the place
Cranganore.Government of Kerala officially changed its name as Kodungallur.Historically Kodungallur is an important place. It was a major port in the western coast and centre of trade
with foreigners. Islam, Jewish and Christianity entered India through Kodungallur. The first mosque in
India was established here. The flood of Periyar in 1341 AD damaged the port and the glory of
Kodungallur.
Thalapoli 2025 | Kodungallurkavu Bhagavathy Temple Thrissur
The Thalappoli festival is in the month of The Thalappoli commences from the evening of Makara Sankranthi with
religious rituals. commences from the evening of Makara Sankranthi with religious rituals. On all the days from the
afternoon to twilight and midnight to dawn. Big procession headed by richly caparisoned elephants are taken out to the
accompaniment of Pancha Vadyam, Paancari, Paandi etc.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Makara Sankranthi
• Religious rituals
• Procession
• Pancha Vadyam
• Paancari
• Paandi
Temple Location
📍 Kodungallur Bhagavathy Temple, Pettumma, Kodungallur - 680664 Kerala.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Kodungalloor - 650 m
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kodungalloor Private Bus Station - 700 m
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thrissur Railway Station - 37 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport - 31 km
Contact
📞 +91 480 2803 061
